India vs Nepal: All-time head-to-head record

India face Nepal in the SAFF Championship 2023 on 24 June.

The head-to-head record between India and Nepal in football has been marked by intense battles and a long-standing rivalry. These neighbouring nations have faced each other multiple times over the years, both in friendly matches and in competitive tournaments. As both prepare for the upcoming SAFF Championship battle, let's delve into the history of their head-to-head encounters and analyse the dynamics of this intriguing football rivalry.

India and Nepal have a long history of football encounters dating back several decades. Their first official meeting took place on December 20, 1985, during the South Asian Federation Games in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The first clash settled on a draw, setting the stage for a captivating rivalry.

Since then India has gone on to win eight more SAFF Championship titles while Nepal never won any. In the last 10 matches played between India and Nepal, the Blue Tigers have won seven, two matches have ended in a draw and Nepal won once.

The defending champions and this edition's hosts, India, clinched their eighth SAFF Championship title in 2021, overpowering Nepal in a commanding 3-0 victory. This triumph showcased India's dominance in the tournament and their ability to rise to the occasion in high-stake matches.

Over the years, India have maintained a dominant record against Nepal. They have faced each other in various tournaments, including the SAFF Championship, Asian games, and friendlies. The head-to-head record heavily favours India, with the side consistently demonstrating its superiority. However, it is worth noting that Nepal has shown glimpses of brilliance in certain matches, pushing their Indian counterparts to their limits.

India vs Nepal: Last 5 meetings

India vs Nepal 2-0 (International Friendly) - 06 Jun 2017

Nepal vs India 1-1 (International Friendly) - 02 Sep 2021

Nepal vs India 1-2 (International Friendly) - 05 Sep, 2021

Nepal vs India 0-1 (SAFF Championship) - 10 October, 2021

India vs Nepal 3-0 (SAFF Championship) - 16 October, 2021

India vs Nepal: Overall head-to-head record

Games played: 23

India wins: 16

Draws: 5

Nepal wins: 2