Kathmandu Kickers’ Impressive Performance In Germany

Thousands of Children and Hundreds of Parents Gather at SV Mammendorf Football Club in Germany.

There was a massive crowd of thousands of children and hundreds of parents at the SV Mammendorf Football Club in Germany.

The occasion was the club’s 56th Annual Youth Football Tournament. Among the 78 teams from 20 clubs, one team stood out for everyone — Nepal’s Kathmandu Kickers Football Academy.

Participating for the third consecutive year in this prestigious German tournament, the Kickers once again won everyone’s hearts with their performance.

This year, the Kickers took part with three youth teams — U-11, U-13, and U-16.

A team comprising 35 players, 4 coaches, 1 physiotherapist, and 3 parent representatives proudly represented Nepal on this international stage.

Among all, the Kathmandu Kickers’ U-16 team drew the most attention. Performing exceptionally well in a group of 10 teams, the Kickers had positioned themselves at the top of the standings before the final match.

With 23 points, they were strong contenders for the title. The second and third teams had 22 and 21 points, respectively.

However, in a dramatic turn during the final match, the Kickers lost to the third-place team. Although the teams ended with equal points, the Kickers had to settle for third place based on goal difference. Despite falling just one step short of the title, their performance remained unforgettable.

Beyond medals and points, the young players from Kathmandu won the hearts of local organizers and spectators with their discipline, sportsmanship, and determination.

Nabin Pande, the president of Kathmandu Kickers Football Academy, expressed his happiness that the players, who grew up with limited resources and infrastructure, showcased not just their talent but also Nepal’s passion for football.

This grand tournament, which had around 1,000 participating children, was entirely run by volunteers.

In such a well-organized and grand event, the warmth and respect shown by the Kicker’s players made them successful both on and off the field.

President Pande considers this success a testament to their mission of developing grassroots football.

“Our goal is to develop football right from the grassroots. This performance in Germany confirms that our mission is progressing successfully,” he said.