Matt Ross brought success to Nepal in his first game since being appointed as the head coach
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In international football, Nepal had such a victory result on Friday, which will be remembered even later. Nepal defeated Singapore 1-0 in the international friendly match on Friday. Not only did Nepal beat Singapore, the goal scored was also the first. Therefore, this victory will be considered historic. Its hero was Gillespiejung Karki.
Since being appointed as the head coach of the Nepalese men's football team, Matt Ross has been praising his players time and time again. On some occasions, perhaps he has claimed more. However, Ross has fulfilled his promise by getting an encouraging victory in the first match under his leadership. This result will inspire Nepal to play well in the third round of Asia Cup qualifiers.
Nepal won this historic victory at the Singapore National Stadium. Gillespie's goal in the 12th minute of the game was enough to give Nepal the victory. Gillespie responded after the game, "I am very happy for this goal. It's bigger for me than for the whole team to play well. I want to thank all the supporters and coaches for this victory.'' This team spirit and effort will have to be maintained against Malaysia.'
Earlier, Singapore was victorious in two formal matches. Nepal could not score any goal in that. Singapore itself is preparing for the third round of Asia Cup qualifiers. A loss against Nepal will further disappoint the team.
This is Gillespie's third goal for the national team. He scored three goals in the last 4 matches played by Nepal. He has proved that he is in rhythm. The coach has built a foundation that he can trust in the upcoming games on these army players. Gillespie had previously scored against Yemen in World Cup qualifiers and Afghanistan in international friendlies.
Nepal not only won the second consecutive victory in international football, but also kept the second consecutive clean sheet. The number of games in which captain and goalkeeper Kiran Limbu has kept a clean sheet has reached a record of 30. The time he did not score a goal in international football for Nepal reached 220 minutes. His last goal was against Tajikistan. Kiran was also one of the reasons for Nepal's victory. He saved more than half a dozen shots. Suman Shrestha and Subas Bam made their debut in the match against Singapore.
Now Nepal will face Malaysia on Tuesday in their first match of the third round of World Cup qualifiers. The match will be played at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium in Johor. This will technically be Malaysia's home match. As per the fixed schedule, this match was to be played at Dasharath Stadium. Qualifying group 'F' includes Nepal and Malaysia along with Vietnam and Laos.
