Nepal's opponent in SAFF championship 2023, India has started Inter continental cup with a win.

India defeated lower ranked Mongolia 2-0 at Kalinga stadium on Friday.

Sahal Abdul & Changte scored apiece for the winners.

Another team in SAFF championship, Lebanon defeated Vanautu 3-1.

Nepal hasn't started official training due to on-going league. The league is completing today and team will have few days training for Philippines friendly set for June 15 in Manila.

SAFF championship is kicking off on June 21 in Bangalore.