After a six-year hiatus, the historic rivalry between Nepal and Iran in women's football resumes on Friday, October 24, 2025, at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (Polo Ground) in Shillong, India. Kick-off is scheduled for 6:45 PM Nepal Time (6:30 PM IST).
| Match | Tri-Nation International Friendlies 2025 |
| Teams | Nepal Women vs. Iran Women |
| Date | October 24, 2025 |
| Venue | Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (Polo Ground), Shillong, India |
| Kick-off Time | 6:45 PM Nepal Time (6:30 PM IST) |
Iran enter the match with momentum after defeating India 2-0 in their opening game. Sara Didar scored both goals and will be key again as Iran look to maintain their winning run. Ranked 70th in the FIFA Women's Rankings, Iran are favorites to continue their strong form.
Nepal, ranked 89th, will look to respond with a statement performance. The team’s experienced players bring leadership and balance to the squad.
- Sabitra Bhandari: Star striker and goal threat.
- Anita Basnet: Midfield leader with creativity and control.
- Anjila Tumbapo Subba: Dependable goalkeeper with strong command of the box.
All three were part of Nepal’s 2019 Hero Women’s Gold Cup-winning squad. Their experience will be vital against Iran.
| India | FIFA+ (Free Live Streaming) |
| Nepal | FIFA+ (Free Live Streaming) |
| Telecast | No live telecast available on any TV channel |
Fans in India and Nepal can watch the Nepal Women vs Iran Women match live for free on the FIFA+ platform. No TV broadcast will be available for this tournament.
Watch Nepal take on Iran as women's football’s classic rivalry returns in Shillong.
