January 12, 2026 
Kathmandu – Football fever is about to get a melodious twist. The ANFA National League 2082, set to commence on Wednesday, Magh 30, will open not only with competitive football but also with a star-studded musical performance by popular singer Sajjan Raj Vaidya.
The grand opening will take place at Dasharath Stadium on Friday, Magh 2, ahead of the match between Machhindra Club and NRT, offering fans a unique blend of sports and entertainment. Vaidya, who enjoys massive popularity among Nepali youth, is expected to set the stage alight with his performance before the football action begins.
This year, the National League features 17 teams — 13 from the A-Division and 4 from the ANFA President League — competing in a single round-robin format, totaling 136 matches. The inaugural matches will see Kankreevihar Youth Club face Friends Club, and Shree Bhagwati Club clash with Church Boys Club, both at the ANFA Complex in Satdobato.
Matches will be played across three venues in the valley: Dasharath Stadium, Chyasal Stadium, and the ANFA Complex. The league winner will take home a cash prize of NPR 5 million, as previously announced by ANFA.
Fans unable to attend can watch live via the MSM Video app, with subscription prices set at NPR 899 for three months in Nepal and USD 15 for international viewers. The platform also hosts current Nepali blockbuster films and is available for TV download, making it easy for supporters to enjoy the league from home.
With music and football coming together, ANFA aims to attract a wider, younger audience, transforming the traditional football league into a vibrant, festival-like experience.
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