Kathmandu, 2023- City Sports Network: In a highly anticipated clash, the 173rd ranked Nepal national football team is gearing up for its first match of the 2nd round of FIFA World Cup and AFC Asian Cup Joint Qualifiers against the formidable 69th ranked UAE. The match is scheduled to kick off at 7:45 PM local time on November 16, 2023, at Al Maktoum Stadium in Dubai, with Nepali fans tuning in at 9:30 PM.
Nepal's Final 23-Member Squad Announced
Nepal's head coach, Vincenzo Alberto Annese, revealed the final 23-member squad for the crucial qualifiers. Notably, defender Ananta Tamang has been excluded due to a knee injury. The All-Nepal Football Association conveyed that scans indicated Tamang would not be fit to face the UAE in this pivotal match.
Nepal National Football Team Squad
New Faces in the national squad:
Rajesh Pariyar, who has previously participated in youth and U-23 level matches for Nepal, is now included in the Final 23 Men Squad for the first time. Nishan Hamal, who arrived from Portugal for a trial at the request of Head Coach Vincenzo, has successfully made it to the Final 23 men team. Yogesh Gurung, showcasing consistent potential in A-Division League games with Three Star Club, earned a call-up from the Head Coach and secured a spot in the Final Team for the 2nd Round of FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2026.
Head-to-Head Record
The Nepal national football team has faced the UAE only once in history, suffering a significant defeat with a scoreline of 11-0 (halftime: 11-0) in a qualifying game for the 1984 AFC Asian Cup.
**Match Analysis: A Daunting Challenge for Nepal**
With Nepal playing at Dubai's Al Maktoum Stadium, the team faces a formidable challenge, contending with the tough weather conditions. The prospect of defeating the UAE seems improbable, leading Nepal to strategize for a draw in this critical encounter.
**Live Streaming Details**
City Sports Network will be streaming the Nepal vs UAE FIFA International friendly on [bibekdhungana5.com.np](https://bibekdhungana5.com). Fans are encouraged to stay tuned for the live action. In Nepal, Kantipur TV HD is expected to broadcast the match, while in the UAE, viewers can catch the game on Dubai Sports or Abudhabi Sports TV channels.
Nepal vs UAE Ticket Prices
Ticket Sales Open for Nepal vs UAE Qualifier! Kathmandu, 2023 - City Sports Network Tickets for the Nepal vs UAE match, a crucial fixture in the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup 2027 second-round selection tournament, are now available for purchase online. Secure your spot at Al Maktoum Stadium in Dubai through dubai.platinumlist.net.
Nepal vs UAE Ticket Prices
This clash between Nepal and the UAE promises to be a gripping encounter, and football enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the outcome of this crucial qualifier match.
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