The Bootballer

04/10/2026

The 20th Asian Games in Nagoya are officially in the books. China took the top spot, and young superstars Puripol Boonson and Yu Zidi claimed the MVP trophies. For Nepal, a massive 135 athlete contingent yielded just two bronze medals. Read our full breakdown of the final standings, the breakout performers, and the 2030 handover to Doha.

The 20th Asian Games held in Nagoya have now come to an end. The 16-day event has left behind a reco...

04/10/2026

FLAME AND THE FLAG
CLOSING CEREMONY OF 20TH ASIAN GAMES
AICHINAGOYA.

04/10/2026

CLOSING ceremony OF 20TH ASIAN GAMES

04/10/2026

20TH ASIAN GAMES CLOSING CEREMONY
AICHINAGOYA

04/10/2026

🏉 Ghising Presents Bronze Medal to Japan at Aichi-Nagoya 2026

Former Member Secretary of Nepal’s National Sports Council (NSC) and Asia Rugby Vice President Tankalal Ghising presented the bronze medal to host nation Japan following the men’s Rugby Sevens medal ceremony at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 in Nagoya.

The ceremony was attended by Asia Rugby President Qais Al Dhalai, Her Imperial Highness Princess Akiko of Mikasa, Honorary Patron of the Japan Rugby Football Union (JRFU), JRFU President Masato Tsuchida, and Nagoya Mayor Ichiro Hirosawa.

In the Rugby Sevens competition, Japan defeated China 10–5 to claim the women’s gold, while Hong Kong defeated China 26–0 to secure the men’s gold.

03/10/2026

BLUE SAMRURAI !!!

03/10/2026

Its japan vs Republic of korea !!
asiangames2026!

03/10/2026

Off field || AICHI NAGOYA ASIAN GAMES FEVER ||

01/10/2026

Nepal's judo medal hopes take a hit. Punam Shrestha bows out in the opening round of the 20th Asian Games in Nagoya after a fierce bout against India’s Inungambi Takhellambam. Returning from a two year injury layoff is never easy, and one countered move made all the difference today. Nepal looks to bounce back in the upcoming men's and mixed team events! 🥋🇳🇵

After a serious injury, returning to competition brings great physical and mental pressure. Nepal's...

01/10/2026

IPPON ENDS THE SOUTH ASIAN DERBY

India’s Takhellambam Inunganbi secured victory over Nepal’s Punam Shrestha by Ippon in the women’s -70kg judo bout at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026.

A tough South Asian battle on the tatami ends with India advancing.

INUNGANBI TAKHELLAMBAM 🇮🇳 — WON BY IPPON 🥋