Nepal Intensifies Preparations for SAFF Women’s Championship 2026
Pic: Nabin Neupane Women's National Team Head Coach
The Nepal National Women’s Football Team has stepped
up its preparations for the upcoming SAFF Women’s
Championship 2026, aiming to clinch its first-ever historic title.
Following the official group draw, Nepal finds itself in a
favorable position to advance deep into the tournament.
Group Stage Analysis: A Path to the Semis
Nepal has been placed in Group A alongside Bhutan and Sri Lanka.
Given Nepal's strong historical record against these opponents,
fans and analysts view this as a manageable path toward the knockout
stages. Meanwhile, Group B is being labeled the "Group of Death,"
featuring heavyweights and former champions India and Bangladesh,
along with the Maldives.
Pic: Goalkeeper Anjana Rana Magar
Tournament Schedule and Venue
The 2026 edition of the SAFF Women’s Championship
will be hosted in Goa, India, at the iconic Fatorda Stadium. The tournament is set to
kick off on May 25, 2026.
- Host City: Goa, India
- Primary Venue: Fatorda Stadium
- Start Date: May 25, 2026
- Nepal’s Group: Group A (Bhutan, Sri Lanka)
For full match schedule,table and stats
for Saff Women’s Championship 2026
click here
The Quest for Gold
Nepal has been the "consistent bridesmaid" of South Asian football,
reaching the finals on multiple occasions but never securing the top
spot on the podium. With a fresh tactical approach under Coach Neupane
and a talented preliminary roster, the team is determined to break the
"silver medal curse" and bring the trophy home to Kathmandu for the
first time in history.