India’s Senior Women’s Football Team Faces Defeat in SAFF Championship Semi-Finals

In a gripping semi-final match of the SAFF Women’s Championship 2024, India’s senior women’s football team faced a tough defeat against Nepal. The intense game, which took place at Dasharath Stadium in Kathmandu, concluded with a score of 2-4 in favor of Nepal during the penalty shoot-outs, following a 1-1 tie at the end of regular play.

The match was characterized by extensive interruptions and confusion, largely due to a contentious decision by the referee. This decision led to a significant delay of 70 minutes as the Nepalese team lodged a protest. The prolonged pause in play notably impacted the Indian team’s momentum. Despite taking an early lead, the Indian players struggled to find their rhythm after the game resumed, which ultimately affected their performance in the crucial penalty shoot-out.

The loss in the semi-finals was a disappointing outcome for India, who had shown strong potential throughout the tournament. The team now looks to future competitions to showcase their skills and determination in overcoming this setback.