Nepal Women leveled the score 1-1 after Bangladeshi tigresses scored for the first time in the second half of South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Women's Championship final at Dasharath Stadium in Nepal's Kathmandu on Wednesday.
The first half of the SAFF Championship final between Bangladesh and Nepal ended in a goalless draw. Both teams came out strong after the break, eager to score, which led to an action-packed series of attacks. In the 51st minute, Monika Chakma scored to give Bangladesh the lead.
However, Nepal equalized just three minutes later with a goal by Amisha Karki.
Bangladesh broke the deadlock early in the second half with Tahura and Sabina Khatun exchanging passes near the box. In the resulting scramble, Monika Chakma received the ball and skillfully placed it into the net.
Nepal quickly responded to level the score. A precise through ball from midfield found Amisha, who broke through Bangladesh�s defense and beat advancing goalkeeper Rupna Chakma. With the score tied at 1-1, the SAFF final has intensified.