In an exciting final match at Kathmandu's Dasharath Stadium, Bangladesh's women's football team triumphed over the host team, Nepal, 2-1 to secure their second SAFF Women's Championship title in a row. Monika Chakma and Ritu Porna Chakma's goals in the 52nd and 81st minutes respectively helped Bangladesh to victory, with Nepal's Amisha Karki scoring in the 56th minute. This is also the second time Nepal has been runners-up to Bangladesh in the SAFF Women's Championship, with the previous final also taking place at the same venue in 2022. The first half was goalless, but both teams came close to scoring throughout the game.
Bangladesh Women's Football Team Triumphs in SAFF Championship
Kathmandu, Nepal - In a thrilling final match at Kathmandu's Dasharath Stadium, Bangladesh's women's football team achieved a historic victory by defeating Nepal 2-1 to clinch their second consecutive SAFF Women's Championship title.
Background
The SAFF Women's Championship is a biennial international football tournament organized by the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF). Bangladesh has a strong history in the tournament, having won the title in 2010 and 2022. Nepal, on the other hand, has been runners-up twice, in 2010 and 2022.
Match Summary
The final match started with both teams battling for possession and creating chances. However, it was Bangladesh who broke the deadlock in the 52nd minute through Monika Chakma. Just four minutes later, Nepal equalized through Amisha Karki.
The match remained tense until the 81st minute, when Ritu Porna Chakma scored the winning goal for Bangladesh. Nepal tried to find an equalizer, but Bangladesh held on for the victory.
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