Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has expressed his gratitude to the Nepali women’s football team for their commendable performance against the Uzbekistan team, which holds a higher position in the FIFA rankings.
According to National News Agency Nepal, Prime Minister Oli remarked on social media that the team’s defeat on penalties, despite their impressive play at Uzbekistan’s home ground, was merely a technical setback. He emphasized that this defeat “carries the fragrance of victory” and opens doors for future success.
The Nepali national women’s football team faced Uzbekistan in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers, where the match concluded in a 3-3 tie. Ultimately, the team lost 4-2 in the penalty shootout.