Bangladesh’s Maria scores on birthday, sisters clash as Thimphu win league opener
Chaos unfolded in the first half when Thimphu’s goalkeeper, Nima Lhaden, was sent off after a collision with her own sister, Yangden Tshering of Ugyen. However, Thimphu’s Indian forward Sonali Mondal drew first blood with a header in the 29th minute, and skipper Pema doubled the advantage just three minutes later, lashing home a clinical […]
Five more Bangladeshi Women footballers head to Bhutan for National League
Five Bangladeshi female footballers have travelled to Bhutan to participate in the Bhutan National Women’s League, further strengthening the representation of Bangladesh in the competition. The players, who left Dhaka on Sunday morning, will join the league alongside four others who had already made the journey on 6 April. The players heading to Thimphu are: […]
‘I cannot wait to help football flourish in my home nation of Bhutan’
Pema has already experienced the highs of football after she was a part of the national side that chalked up its first ever victory against Sri Lanka last year. And it has made her more determined that time studying the FIFA Master will give her the knowledge and confidence to start making greater strides in […]
From Capital to Highland: Thimphu City Girls Visit Sakten
In the second phase of our partnership with UNICEF Bhutan, Thimphu City FC travelled to Sakten—taking football, friendship, and a message of unity from the city to one of the most remote corners of Bhutan. After hosting the remarkable Sakten girls in Thimphu the previous year, it was now our turn to visit them in […]
Empowering Girls Through Sports: When Sakten Came to Thimphu
In partnership with UNICEF Bhutan, Thimphu City FC brought the girls of Sakten to Thimphu—united by football, driven by purpose. A Journey Rooted in Vision In December 2016, Thimphu City Football Club, in collaboration with UNICEF Bhutan, launched a unique initiative titled “Empowering Girls Through Sports to Become Agents of Change.” The objective was simple […]
Women’s football teams take to the ground for women’s league championship
For the first time in Bhutan, the women’s football league competition will be starting from Sunday, May 8 organized by the Bhutan Football Federation (BFF) with a total of six clubs, each consisting of minimum 18-25 numbers excluding the coaches. The clubs are namely FC Tertoen, Paro Utpal FC, Thimphu City FC, Mandala FC, Drukstar […]
Thimphu City FC Takes a Stand: “Say No to Drugs & Alcohol”
On February 23, 2016, Thimphu City FC reaffirmed its commitment to being more than just a football club. While excellence on the pitch remains a priority, the club is equally dedicated to shaping its players into responsible, productive citizens who contribute positively to the nation. In response to the growing concern over drug and alcohol […]