Nepal Lost to the Philippines 1-0 in an International Friendly 2023
News Before the match
Nepal is playing an international friendly match against the Philippines, providing a significant opportunity to learn and address any potential mistakes ahead of the SAFF Championship 2023 in India.
With the Philippines ranked 136 and Nepal at 174 in the FIFA rankings, the ongoing international friendly match presents a valuable opportunity for Nepal to test their skills against a higher-ranked opponent, allowing them to gain valuable experience and fine-tune their strategies before the SAFF Championship 2023.
Nepal vs Philippines Full Match Video
Live Commentary: Philippines vs Nepal
In an exciting friendly match held in Manila, the Nepal national team faced off against the formidable Philippines squad, ultimately conceding a narrow 1-0 defeat.
Full Time: Nepal 0-1 Philippines
49 Minutes: What a sloppy goal. The Philippines are 1-0 up.
Second Half Kicks off
Can lower-ranked Nepal upset the Philippines today?
Half Time:
Nepal 0-0 Philippines
30 Minutes: Nepal 0-0 Philippines
Match is Just 5 minutes away from the kickoff
Team Nepal has arrived at the stadium
Philippines vs Nepal Match Details; Live, Venue, Time
Date: 15 June 2023
Time: 7 PM Local Time [ 4:45 P Nepali Time ]
Venue: Rizal Memorial Football Stadium in Manila, Philippines
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Philippines vs Nepal H2H Result
In their previous encounters, Nepal and Philippines have faced each other six times. Out of these matches, Philippines emerged victorious in four encounters. On the other hand, Nepal managed to secure a win in one match. One match ended in a draw, highlighting the closely contested nature of their encounters.
Following the conclusion of the international friendly, Nepal’s journey continues as they prepare to fly to India for the highly anticipated SAFF Championship 2023. Placed in Group A alongside Kuwait, India, and Pakistan, Nepal’s first match is scheduled against Kuwait on the 21st of June. This crucial encounter marks the beginning of their campaign, presenting an exciting opportunity for Nepal to show their skills and make a strong start in the tournament.
Nepal’s remarkable journey to the final of the previous SAFF Championship in 2021, where they, unfortunately, fell to India with a score of 3-0.
However, this time around, Team Nepal faces an even greater challenge as formidable teams like Kuwait and Lebanon have been added to the championship.
Their inclusion makes the quest for the title even tougher. It also presents an arduous task for Nepal. Nonetheless, this heightened competition also provides an incredible opportunity for Nepal to demonstrate their resilience, adaptability, and prowess against stronger opponents, making their journey towards the championship all the more thrilling and demanding.
Here is the list of players for Nepal’s final squad in the 2023 SAFF Championship:
Goalkeepers:
- Kiran Chemjong
- Deep Karki
- Bishal Shrestha
Defenders:
- Bimal Panday
- Sanish Shrestha
- Ananta Tamang
- Devendra Tamang
- Nishant Khadka
- Rohit Chand
- Simanta Thapa
Midfielders:
- Pujan Uperkoti
- Arik Bista
- Nabin Lama
- Mani Kumar Lama
- Laken Limbu
- Avas Lamichhane
Forwards:
- Ayush Ghalan
- Nawayug Shrestha
- Dipak Raj Singh Thakuri
- Anjan Bista
- Manish Dangi
- Aashish Chaudhary
- Bimal Gharti Magar
In SAFF Championship 2023, Nepal’s ultimate goal is to overcome these hurdles and make their mark in the championship. Their journey serves as an inspiration, highlighting the spirit of sportsmanship and the drive to excel despite the odds. With their previous achievements and the lessons learned from the international friendly, Nepal enters the SAFF Championship 2023 ready to give their all and prove their mettle on the grand stage.
Also Read: SAFF Championship 2023 Group A: India, Nepal, Pakistan, Kuwait
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