Samba’s double strikes seal historic win for Nepal over India

Summary

Nepal's women's football team secured a historic 2-1 victory over India at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong, with Captain Sabitra Bhandari scoring both goals.

Key Points
  • Nepal’s women’s football team defeated India 2-1 in Shillong.
  • Sabitra Bhandari scored both goals for Nepal, marking a historic win.
  • The match was part of a tri-nation tournament where Iran had already been crowned champions.
  • Nepal had previously beaten India in the SAFF Championship semifinals last year.
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