Jhapa FC defeats Rapti FC with a late goal on Monday to enter the Women’s League as the final and fifth team.

Nepal’s head coach Matt Ross keeps noting down about his players, a scene that recurred during the team’s 0-0 stalemate against Bangladesh on Saturday.

Nepal’s skipper Kiran Chemjong, in the pre-match conference on Friday, laments the inconsistency of the domestic league and the lack of a home ground. He also expects a memorable farewell to his friend and teammate Bharat Khawas.

The Albiceleste top the South American qualifying table for the 2026 World Cup in North America with 38 points

ANFA promises efficient crowd management, but supporters must still collect ticket slips and accept randomly assigned blocks.

Nepal are looking for their maiden berth in the Asian Cup, having failed to advance from all five editions of the qualifiers they have participated so far.

Neglect and poor management have pushed the stadium off the ‘international standards’. Unless serious renovations begin, its identity as the country’s footballing home may fade away.

With the loss, Nepal now have one win in four games and are third on the points table.

According to FIFA, the training sessions are designed to equip participants with the knowledge and tools to ensure tournaments are organised prioritising child safety.

Second defeat leaves Nepal’s title hopes hanging.

Rafa Mir’s equaliser cancelled out Alexander Sorloth’s early strike as Atletico, who lost at Espanyol last weekend, remained winless in the league and 13th in the standings.

Spurs, who have now won three of their last five league games at the Etihad, maintained their unbeaten start under manager Thomas Frank following an opening 3-0 win over Burnley.

It was not that Nepal failed to create any chance. But despite managing to take the ball to India’s box, they could not capitalise on it.

The four teams will play each other twice in a double round-robin format, with the team having the most points in the league table crowned as champions.

Wushu’s Bijay Sinjali, table tennis’ Evana Thapa, volleyball’s Himal Sunari, cricket’s Puja Mahato and football’s Rekha Poudel will be testing their fan support for the award.

Nepal have never qualified for the U23 Asian Cup and are aiming for their maiden berth in the tournament.

With the qualifiers, Chyasal Stadium, situated along the bank of the Manohara river in Balkumari, will resume hosting football matches after repair.

Kantipur Max had previously broadcast the Indian Premier League and Wimbledon as well.

Nepal need to defeat North Korea in their final group game on August 10 to ensure a berth in the 2026 Asian Cup.

The Asian Qualifiers feature 32 teams competing for 11 spots at the Asian Cup in Thailand next year.