The SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 is South Asia’s premier women’s international football tournament, currently underway featuring six nations across two groups.
India and Nepal have taken commanding leads in their respective groups after the opening round of matches. Here is everything you need to know, group standings, match results, and what lies ahead in this edition of the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026.
SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 Points Table — Group A
Group A features Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bhutan. Nepal have already opened their campaign with a win, while Bhutan suffered a defeat in their first outing.
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | GF | GA | GD | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nepal W | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | +1 | 3 |
| 2 | Sri Lanka W | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Bhutan W | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 Points Table — Group B
Group B comprises India, Bangladesh, and Maldives. India have made a strong start with a commanding win over Maldives, who are now at the bottom of the group.
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | GF | GA | GD | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India W | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | +11 | 3 |
| 2 | Bangladesh W | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Maldives W | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 11 | -11 | 0 |
SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 — Top Performers to Watch
Based on the early group-stage action, here are the standout narratives to follow:
- India W — Their 11-goal haul is the most dominant opening statement in the tournament so far.
- Nepal W — A disciplined defensive win puts them firmly in the driving seat of Group A.
- Bangladesh W & Sri Lanka W — Both nations are yet to play and could shake up their respective groups.
What Is the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026?
The SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 is organised by the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) and serves as the region’s highest-level women’s football competition. The latest edition features six teams divided into two groups, competing in a round-robin format before advancing to the knockout stage.
Key tournament details at a glance:
- Tournament: SAFF Women’s Championship 2026
- Organiser: South Asian Football Federation (SAFF)
- Teams: 6 nations across 2 groups
- Format: Group stage (round-robin) → Knockout stage
- Groups: Group A (Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan) | Group B (India, Bangladesh, Maldives)
Group Stage Schedule — Upcoming Fixtures
| Match | Group | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Nepal W vs Sri Lanka W | Group A | Upcoming |
| Bhutan W vs Sri Lanka W | Group A | Upcoming |
| Bangladesh W vs India W | Group B | Upcoming |
| Bangladesh W vs Maldives W | Group B | Upcoming |
Conclusion
The SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 is off to a thrilling start, with India and Nepal establishing early dominance in their respective groups. India’s record-breaking 11-0 victory and Nepal’s solid defensive win have set the tone for what promises to be a highly competitive tournament.
With Bangladesh and Sri Lanka yet to play their opening fixtures, the group standings could shift dramatically in the coming days.
Keep tracking the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 points table for live updates, results, and fixtures as South Asia’s best women’s football teams battle for regional supremacy.
FAQ
Nepal W lead Group A with 3 points after winning their first match 1–0 against Bhutan.
India W lead Group B with 3 points and a goal difference of +11 after thrashing Maldives 11–0.
Six teams, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, India, Bangladesh, and Maldives.
India W, with 11 goals in a single match against Maldives.
