Nepal facing Tajikistan in U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers opener on Wednesday
Summary
Nepal U23 men's football team faces Tajikistan in the opener of the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers, aiming to qualify for the tournament for the first time.
Key Points
- Nepal U23 team has participated in five of the last six AFC Asian Cup qualifiers but never progressed to the main event.
- Nepal U23 will face host Tajikistan in the opening match of Group K in Dushanbe on September 3.
- Four players in Nepal's U23 squad also play for the senior national team.
- 44 teams are competing in the largest AFC U23 Asian Cup qualifiers, with 11 groups and 16 spots in the final tournament.
