Head coach Rajendra Tamang has reduced his squad for the upcoming SAFF Women’s Championship 2024, reducing the original list of 40 players down to 27. The announcement came on Sunday after 13 players were released from the initial camp.
Nepal, set to host the regional tournament from October 17-30, will look to compete for the title with a blend of experienced players and fresh talent. Here’s a look at the finalized squad:
Goalkeepers:
- Anjila Tumbapo Subba
- Anjana Rana Magar
- Usha Nath
- Sushila Chaudhary
Defenders:
- Gita Rana
- Amrita Jaisi
- Samikshya Ghimire
- Nisha Thokar
- Puja Rana
- Bimala BK
- Hira Kumari Bhujel
- Pratikchya Chaudhary
- Sajani Thokar
Midfielders:
- Renuka Narkoti
- Preeti Rai
- Saru Limbu
- Dipa Shahi
- Sabita Rana Magar
- Anita Basnet
- Amisha Karki
- Bimala Chaudhary
- Saraswati Hamal
Forwards:
- Rashmi Kumari Ghising
- Anita KC
- Chandra Bhandari
- Rekha Poudel
- Sabitra Bhandari
The squad features a strong lineup in all departments, with Sabitra Bhandari, Nepal’s prolific striker, leading the attack. Nepal’s fans will be hopeful as the team sets their sights on winning the championship on home soil.