The Yunnan youth football team of China defeated the youth team of Nepal 2-0 in a friendly football match at the Dasharath Stadium in Kathmandu on Saturday.

Yu Menghui and Wang Binhan found the net for Yunnan, ensuring a comfortable win for the visitors.

The Chinese side put Nepali youth under pressure from the start and took the lead in the 21st minute when Menghui unleashed a stunning left-footed strike from outside the penalty area, leaving Nepali goalkeeper Krishal Moktan with no chance.

The visitors sealed the victory in the 78th minute through Binhan’s clinical finish. Displaying exceptional composure, Binhan skillfully manoeuvred past Semanta Thapa before calmly slotting the ball past goalkeeper Moktan from just outside the six-yard box, following a well-timed through pass from He Haohan.

The friendly football match was organised by All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) and National Sports Council in association with the Embassy of China in Nepal to celebrate the Chinese New Year.

Prior to kickoff, a grand opening ceremony featured traditional Chinese cultural performances, adding a festive atmosphere to the event.

Nepal’s squad featured players from the U-18, U-19, and U-23 teams.