Arsenal Nepal: The Official Fan Club of Arsenal FC in 2012
The was an earlier website created for the Arsenal Supporters Club Nepal. Once a new site was built (after 2012) the domain registration for this site was allowed to expire and ArsenalNepal.com disappeared from the web. The Arsenal Nepal's new website can be found at: www.arsenal.com/home. Since they screen almost every Arsenal game at different locations in Kathmandu, go to the new website to learn more. They have even formed a football club allowing members to participate in various tournaments. Arsenal Nepal is also involved in local fund raising and other several charities. Don't miss out on what's happening.
If you are just discovered Arsenal Nepal and ended up here go to their new website. Otherwise, enjoy a nostalgic trip back to 2012 when this was the Arsenal Nepal's website.
Welcome to Arsenal Nepal!
NAMASKAR ! Welcome to Nepal’s one and only website of a European club’s fan club in Nepal.We are known by the name of “Arsenal Nepal” and are the official fan club of Arsenal FC recognised by Arsenal London. We currently operate on Facebook, Twitter. We do a lot of activities such as match screenings, social events. Arsenal ...
About Us
Arsenal Supporters Club Nepal shortly known as “Arsenal Nepal” is the biggest fan base of Arsenal FC, London, here in Nepal. The origin of the fan club goes back to the year 2009 when a young arsenal fan Mr Jaysal Thapaliya had the idea of forming a group that would unite arsenal fans from Nepal. The basic idea then was to meet at a common place and watch the games together and interact about news and information related to Arsenal FC.
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2012 POSTS
Arsenal : from a Modern Super Club, to a Modern Selling Club
Published by: Shashwat | Uncategorized | August 21st, 2012
I read a book a year back, it was called “Arsenal: The making of a Modern Super Club by Alex Fynn”. It highlighted how we were going in the right direction. How we would be a super club in some years time. We had the stadium, we had the fan base, we had the manager, and we even had the players,but becoming a super club is not a child’s play. For all I care we’ve become a modern ‘Selling Club’ since we’ve sold 2 settled players this year, RVP who was our messiah and Song well he was RVP’s provider. If the former left the latter had no choice but to leave as all he did was put balls in RVP’s path and forgot he had to defend. I think Barcelona have been Wenger’d again! RVP on the other hand is a massive loss that too to a rival. It’s bad business done by Arsenal selling him to united. Imagine this team with a good solid DM and RVP. Damn if only we could turn back time. We actually had a decent team in the making but for Wenger’s stubbornness not to buy quality players, Cesc and Nasri left and now RVP’s gone. Not that Wenger’s not tried but well at this level he needs to try harder. All our rivals have gotten stronger but all we’re doing is selling our best player to a rival. How the hell do you justify that?
Most of us here think had Dein stayed we would not have been in this situation but what you guys don’t know is he wanted Arsenal to play in the new Wembley. He was in line to becoming the president of the FA (which never happened thank god for that) and all he cared was for himself. Yes he was bloody good at what he did but he was one selfish clown. Wenger on the other hand loves Dein and nearly left Arsenal after he was axed by the board. And now his son Darren Dein is taking revenge for his dad’s dismissal and selling all our top players to our rivals.
So I hear people say we’ll win the league. Really guys? With this squad? With that defence? With 2 new strikers who’ve yet to prove themselves in England? Well don’t get all emotional when we end up with nothing at the end of the season. I’d love Arsenal to win a trophy but I don’t see it happening. We’ve got an awesome player in Cazorla but that’s about it. Team will take time to gel. Even if we get 2-3 players it’ll take time. Top 4 at most is what I think we’ll end up with this season. So if you think we’ll “win the league” then please don’t be heartbroken at the end of the season.
Loyalty in football is dead. Nowadays it’s all about the money. And instead of filling our top players with money we’re filling board members with money. That is why we’ve become a selling club. Every year we sell our top players. And why do they leave? Because they are hungry for success, glory, trophies and money. A footballer’s career doesn’t last for an eternity. He only has X number of years to fulfil his goals and yea his back account. Look at Nasri; we sledged him by calling him a benched player but look at him now. He is quality. He’s grown. He is no longer a bench player he must be the 3rd or 4th player on Mancini’s team sheet. We’ll do the same with RVP well even I will that’s human nature but we need to accept the fact that it’s the club’s mistake that we’ve been selling players. The player will choose what’s best for him. Because in the end there is no strings attached.
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WBA vs. Arsenal (pre match thread)
Published by: Sagun |May 11th, 2012
The 2011-2012 season ends this Sunday. It’s ever so tight up top and down in the bottom. We were given a life line last week when Sp*rs drew and Newcastle and Chelsea lost. Now we decide our own fate. For Manchester United and Manchester City, the last round is stil season.
But for West Brom, this last game is of little importance. They are in solid 10th place. And Roy leaving can have a dual effect. But this game is more important for us as the fight for the fourth spot in the Premier League is still fierce. We are third right now but only two points ahead of fifth-place Newcastle United.
A lot must happen for us to lose this comfortable advantage, but in football anything is possible. Tottenham, who play at home, must beat Fulham; Newcastle must win the match against Everton and we must lose to West Brom(which must never happen #Sagun).
Naturally, we will do our best to avoid such a turnout of events.
Our last win was a month ago against Wolverhampton. The Gunners won away 3-0. They have won two of their last five games, losing at home to Wigan. We have had our ups and downs during this season with varying results but have managed to stay afloat, drawing against remodelled Chelsea on April 21.
West Brom have been pretty inconsistent winning three of their last five games, occasionally beating teams from the upper half of the table.
The last time both of us met was on Nov. 5, 2011—an unimpressive game for the Baggies as they did practically nothing to stop us from walking away with the three points. Arsenal won 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium with Robin van Persie, Thomas Vermaelen and Mikel Arteta scoring.
The last time we played West Brom at the Hawthorns was a little more interesting. The Baggies had a comfortable 2-0 lead only to lose it in the second half. In a window of eight minutes, they let Andrey Arshavin and Robin van Persie score to finish the match at 2-2. That game was not representative of the level of play, though. Arsenal had 63-percent possession of the ball and 11 shots on goal compared to three for West Brom.
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Supporters Club End of Season Trophy 2012
Published by: Shashwat | News/Notice (UK) | May 8th, 2012
For the 2nd year running Arsenal Nepal Supporters Club participated in the “Arsenal Supporters Club End of Season Trophy 2012”
The players who represented Arsenal Nepal were as follows- Shashwat Pant, Surag Khadka, Avash Narsingh Rana, Niranjan Baral, Niraj Gurung, Biyondi Thapa and Santosh Karki.
>As per the tournament rules, of the 7 squad members, 2 had to be over 35s. And we had Niraj Gurung and Santosh Karki as our over 35s. There were 8 groups of 4 playing within a league format, with the winner of each group going through to a Quarter Final. If the group ended with teams on the same points, goal difference would be the first deciding factor. If that was the same then goals scored will come into account. In the event of the previous two rules still being the same then the result against each other will decide. It was a 5 a side tournament with roll on roll off substitute at the discretion of the referee. All games were 8 minutes in duration.
Our group consisted Supporters Clubs from Nepal, Manchester, West Sussex and Fermanagh.
After the victory vs. West Sussex
Our 1st match was against West Sussex. The players who started the game were Shashwat (GK), Niraj (D), Santosh (D), Niranjan (M) and Biyondi (S), with Surag and Avash on the bench. We made a nervy start as a long range effort from West Sussex hit the bar. But after that it was all us as they did not have a clear cut chance after that. When Niranjan fed Biyondi on the left and he finished it from a tight angle to make it 1-0 in our favour. Again Biyondi got the ball in the left side and finished it superbly to make it 2-0. In a game lasting 8 minutes it was game over by then. We also go a free kick which Biyondi finished it beautifully but was ruled out as it was supposed to be an indirect free kick. And with that we ended the game 2-0 brimming with confidence all pumped up.
2nd game was against Fermanagh. The players who started the game were: Shashwat (GK), Niraj (D), Surag (D), Santosh (M) and Biyondi (S). This was our worst game yesterday. Nothing went right. Conceded 3 stupid goals as a result we lost 3-0 and that meant we had to win the last game vs. Manchester to go through the next round as they had won 1 and drawn 1. With the last game of the group to go the table read Manchester 4, Fermanagh 4, Nepal 3 and West Sussex 3. Manchester and Nepal had a game in hand. It was do or die for us.
3rd and final game was against Manchester. They were thefavourites along with Scotland (defending champs) to win the tournament. We made sure we gave everything. Santosh (GK), Niraj (D), Avash (D) Niranjan (M) and Biyondi (S) started the game. It was end to end stuff, Santosh made 2-3 great saves which kept us in the game. And then we broke the deadlock with a counter attack. Niranjan and Biyondi linked up again and the later scored .Me, Surag and Jyotibikram went mental in the sidelines. At 1-0 all we needed to do was hold our lead. They attacked continuously but we defended strongly and hit them on the counter once again as Biyondi took on 3 players, which meant Avash was unmarked and Biyondi fed the ball to him and Avash’s shot was agonisingly high. Had that gone in at 2-0 there was no chance of a comeback. But nearing the end Manchester got a penalty which I don’t agree was and equalised. Game end 1-1 and they went to the quarter-finals at our expense.
We were disappointed but we were proud of what we had achieved. Last year we were dreadful but this year we regained our pride. The Manchester boys congratulated us on our efforts and gave us a small token of appreciation as well. We wished them well for the remaining tournament and left the pitch to get changed in the Away dressing room.
We then went to the Highbury Suit passing through the director’s box. The players and the managers we given Lunch and Drink vouchers. As we just finished our lunch Legend Charlie George appeared. He was there to give us our certificate of participation. The team clicked pictures with him and he handed manager Jyotibikram the certificates and then we left the Emirates Stadium. The winners of the Arsenal Supporters Club End of Season Trophy 2012, SOUTH ITALY beat MANCHESTER 5-4 on penalties.
More Background On ArsenalNepal.com
ArsenalNepal.com served as the digital home for Arsenal Nepal, the official supporters’ club of Arsenal Football Club in Nepal. Beyond being just a website, ArsenalNepal.com represented a vibrant network of football enthusiasts, community organizers, and cultural ambassadors dedicated to the Gunners. This article explores the origins, structure, activities, community impact, and enduring legacy of ArsenalNepal.com and its associated club, offering a comprehensive understanding of its place in Nepalese football culture and the global Arsenal community.
Origins and Ownership
Establishment and Vision
Arsenal Nepal Supporters Club was founded in 2009 by a group of passionate Arsenal fans in Kathmandu. Their primary goal was to create a formal community for Arsenal supporters in Nepal—a place to gather, share their passion for the club, and organize events locally. This initiative quickly gained traction, and the club became officially recognized by Arsenal FC in London, joining a select network of global supporters’ clubs.
Leadership and Management
The club has been led by a core team of dedicated members who have overseen its growth and activities. Individuals such as Soviet Tumbahangphe, Nabin Chitrakar, and Avash Ghimire have played pivotal roles in managing the club’s operations, organizing events, and maintaining official recognition from Arsenal FC.
Location and Proximity
Base of Operations
Arsenal Nepal operates out of Kathmandu, Nepal’s capital and largest city. Most of its events, including match screenings and community gatherings, are held at various venues throughout Kathmandu, making it the epicenter of Arsenal fandom in Nepal.
Connection to the Global Arsenal Community
Despite being geographically distant from North London, Arsenal Nepal maintains strong ties with the global Arsenal network. Its official status allows for regular communication and collaboration with other international Arsenal supporters’ clubs, reinforcing its legitimacy and influence.
Popularity and Audience
Membership and Reach
Arsenal Nepal is recognized as one of the largest European football supporters’ clubs in Nepal. It boasts an active membership of around 100 dedicated fans, with match screenings often attracting 40–50 attendees. The club’s influence extends beyond Kathmandu, drawing interest from Arsenal supporters across the country who seek a sense of community and shared football experience.
Demographics
The club’s audience is diverse, encompassing students, professionals, and football enthusiasts of all ages. Its inclusive approach has helped foster a welcoming environment for anyone passionate about Arsenal FC.
Activities and Events
Match Screenings
A cornerstone of Arsenal Nepal’s activities is the regular screening of Arsenal matches. These events are held at various venues in Kathmandu, providing fans with the opportunity to watch games together and experience the highs and lows of football as a united community. The screenings foster camaraderie and are often accompanied by lively discussions and celebrations.
Football Tournaments and Club Participation
Arsenal Nepal fields its own football team, participating in local tournaments and friendly matches. This not only strengthens the bond among members but also showcases their footballing skills and passion for the sport. The club’s involvement in such events has helped raise its profile and foster a competitive spirit among members.
Charity and Social Responsibility
The club is committed to giving back to the community through fundraising initiatives and charitable activities. These efforts reflect Arsenal Nepal’s dedication to making a positive impact beyond football, embodying the spirit of unity and support that defines the club.
Awards, Recognition, and Milestones
Official Recognition
Arsenal Nepal’s official status as a recognized supporters’ club by Arsenal FC is a significant achievement. This recognition affirms the club’s legitimacy and connects it directly to the parent club in London, allowing for unique opportunities and collaborations.
Anniversaries and Celebrations
In August 2019, Arsenal Nepal celebrated its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of unwavering support for Arsenal FC. The event featured the unveiling of a special 10th-anniversary logo and the distribution of membership packages, including commemorative merchandise. Notable personalities from Nepal’s sports and entertainment sectors have attended such events, highlighting the club’s prominence.
Participation in International Events
The club has participated in international supporters’ tournaments, such as the Arsenal Supporters Club End of Season Trophy, where members have represented Nepal on a global stage and interacted with fellow Arsenal fans from around the world.
Menus, Offerings, and Membership Benefits
Membership Packages
Arsenal Nepal offers membership packages that often include club merchandise, access to exclusive events, and opportunities to participate in tournaments and social initiatives. These packages are designed to enhance the sense of belonging and provide tangible benefits to members.
Event Offerings
The club organizes a variety of events, including match screenings, football tournaments, social gatherings, and charity drives. These events are central to the club’s mission of fostering community and promoting the values of sportsmanship and camaraderie.
Goals and Mission
Fostering Community
Arsenal Nepal’s primary goal is to unite Arsenal supporters in Nepal, providing a platform for fans to connect, share their passion, and support their team together. The club aims to create a sense of belonging and pride among its members.
Promoting Football Culture
By organizing events and participating in tournaments, Arsenal Nepal seeks to promote football culture in Nepal, encouraging active participation and appreciation of the sport.
Social Impact
The club is dedicated to making a positive impact in the local community through charitable initiatives and social responsibility projects, reflecting the broader values of Arsenal FC.
Reviews and Member Feedback
Positive Reception
Arsenal Nepal has received positive feedback from its members and the broader football community in Nepal. Members appreciate the sense of camaraderie, the quality of events, and the club’s commitment to social causes. The club’s active social media presence allows for ongoing engagement and feedback from fans.
Media Coverage
The club has been featured in local media for its events, charitable activities, and milestones, further enhancing its reputation and visibility within Nepal’s sports community.
History and Evolution
Growth and Development
Since its founding in 2009, Arsenal Nepal has evolved from a small group of enthusiasts to a well-organized and officially recognized supporters’ club. Its activities have expanded to include not only football-related events but also social and charitable initiatives.
Adaptation and Resilience
The club has adapted to changing circumstances, including the discontinuation of its original website, by maintaining an active presence on social media and continuing to engage with members through alternative platforms.
Press and Media Coverage
Local and International Recognition
Arsenal Nepal’s activities have been covered by local newspapers, sports magazines, and online platforms, highlighting its role in promoting football culture and community engagement in Nepal. The club’s participation in international events has also garnered attention from the global Arsenal community.
Notable Mentions
Prominent figures from Nepal’s sports and entertainment industries have attended Arsenal Nepal’s events, further elevating the club’s profile and demonstrating its cultural significance.
Audience and Community Engagement
Diverse and Inclusive Membership
Arsenal Nepal welcomes members from all walks of life, fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and shared passion for football. The club’s events and activities are designed to engage a wide audience and encourage active participation.
Online Community
The club maintains an active presence on social media, particularly Facebook, where it shares updates, event announcements, and interactive content. This online engagement complements its offline activities and helps sustain a vibrant community of Arsenal supporters in Nepal.
Known For and Cultural Significance
Pioneering Supporters’ Club
Arsenal Nepal is known as one of the first and most prominent European football supporters’ clubs in Nepal. Its pioneering efforts have inspired the formation of similar clubs for other teams and contributed to the growth of football culture in the country.
Community Impact
The club’s commitment to social responsibility and community engagement has made it a respected institution within Nepal’s sports landscape. Its charitable initiatives and inclusive approach have set a positive example for other organizations.
Details, Insights, and Specific Examples
Event Highlights
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Regular match screenings at popular venues in Kathmandu.
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Participation in local and international football tournaments.
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Organization of charity drives and fundraising events for community causes.
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Celebrations of major Arsenal milestones and anniversaries with special events and merchandise.
Member Experiences
Members often share stories of lifelong friendships formed through the club, memorable match screenings, and the pride of representing Nepal at international events. These experiences underscore the club’s role in fostering a sense of belonging and shared identity among Arsenal fans.
Enduring Legacy and Future Prospects
Sustained Influence
Despite changes in its digital presence, Arsenal Nepal continues to thrive as a community-driven organization. Its legacy is evident in the strong network of supporters it has built and the positive impact it has made on Nepalese football culture.
Looking Ahead
The club remains committed to its mission of uniting Arsenal fans, promoting football, and giving back to the community. Its ongoing activities and engagement efforts ensure that the spirit of ArsenalNepal.com lives on, inspiring future generations of supporters.
