Born in Panchthar, Koshi Province
Anjila Tumbapo Subba
अन्जिला तुम्बापो सुब्बा
Goalkeeper and captain of the Nepal women's national football team; subject of Nepal's first sportsperson biopic
Currently Goalkeeper, Sethu FC
About
Anjila Tumbapo Subba grew up in Panchthar. She started playing football at age 13, even though she was unsure about it at first. She later joined the Armed Police Force women’s team. After that, she became the main goalkeeper and captain of Nepal’s national team.
In 2024, she saved two penalties against India in the SAFF Women’s Championship semi-final. This helped Nepal win the match. She became known across Nepal for her toughness. A film about her life was later made, called Anjila. She played herself in the film. It was the first Nepali film about the life of a sports player. It was later chosen as Nepal’s entry for the Academy Awards.
Quick facts
- Born
- 1996-05-28
- Birthplace
- Panchthar, Koshi Province, Nepal
- Profession
- Footballer
- Current role
- Goalkeeper, Sethu FC
- Nationality
- Nepal
- Status
- Alive
Current roles
Goalkeeper
Sethu FC
Previous roles
Captain and goalkeeper
Nepal women's national football team
Education
Siddhartha Banasthali College
Career & life timeline
- 1996
- 2011
Began her football career with the Purbanchal Women's Football Team
- 2012
Joined the Armed Police Force Women's Football Team as first-choice goalkeeper
- 2014
Made her international debut for Nepal at the SAFF Championship in India
- 2024
Made two penalty saves against India in the SAFF Women's Championship semi-final
- 2026
A biographical film based on her life, Anjila, was selected as Nepal's entry for the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film
Achievements
Saved two penalties in the SAFF Women's Championship semi-final against India
2024Helped Nepal win 4–2 on penalties and advance to the final
Organizations & affiliations
- All Nepal Football Association
Last updated: 2026-09-06