Nepali footballer Samir Tamang has emerged as a young star in the AFC U20 Asian Cup 2025 Qualifiers, netting an impressive four goals. Despite Nepal not advancing to the final tournament in China, Tamang’s stellar performance caught the attention of football fans across the region.
Group B Journey: Nepal’s Best in Years
Nepal was placed in Group B alongside Uzbekistan, Bahrain, Chinese Taipei, and Cambodia. While only Uzbekistan secured a spot in the final tournament, this was a remarkable campaign for Nepal. In previous qualifiers, Nepali team had struggled to score, but Tamang’s presence turned the tide.
In the first match against Cambodia, the 19-year-old forward opened his account with a goal. However, it was in the game against Chinese Taipei that Tamang truly shone, scoring a hat trick, bringing his total to four goals in the qualifiers. His brilliance on the field helped Nepal secure a victory, a significant improvement compared to past performances.
This marked Nepal’s best showing in AFC qualifiers in many years, with Tamang playing a pivotal role. All of Nepal’s goals in the tournament came from the young forward, proving his value to the national team.
A Rising Star with High Hopes
Samir Tamang, a native of Bara, Nijgadh, has had an interesting journey in sports. As a child, he played cricket, serving as a wicket-keeper. Later, he switched to football and began his career as a goalkeeper. A hand injury forced him to reconsider his position, and he transitioned to becoming a forward. This change of position has clearly paid off, as Tamang has now become a household name in Nepali football.
Tamang’s dream of representing Nepal National Team came true on March 21, 2024, when he made his debut for Nepal in a match against Bahrain during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. His consistent performance has earned him a reputation as one of the most promising talents in Nepal’s football scene.
Among Asia’s Top Scorers
In the AFC U20 Asian Cup 2025 Qualifiers, which featured 45 countries, Samir Tamang’s four goals made him the second-highest goal scorer across the competition. This achievement has raised his profile, and fans are excited to see what he will bring to the senior national team.
With such a bright start to his career, Nepali football fans are filled with optimism about Tamang’s potential. Many believe that he could play a significant role in the future of Nepali football.
