SAFF Women's Championship 2024 Final: Bangladesh Defeats Nepal 2-1 to Retain Title

SAFF Women's Championship 2024 Final: Bangladesh Defeats Nepal 2-1 to Retain Title

In an intense showdown at Dasharath Rangasala Stadium in Kathmandu, Bangladesh's women's football team defeated Nepal 2-1 to retain their SAFF Women’s Championship title. Monika Chakma scored first for Bangladesh in the 52nd minute after a missed clearance by the Nepali goalkeeper. Nepal quickly responded with Amisha Karki’s equalizer following a precise assist from Preeti Rai.

The decisive moment came in the 81st minute when Ritu Porna Chakma netted the winning goal, silencing the home crowd and securing the championship for Bangladesh. This victory marks Bangladesh’s second consecutive title win over Nepal, maintaining their dominance in the SAFF Women's Championship.