Goa, June 2 -- There are Nepali women footballers who have received far more fame than they actually deserved. And there are some who, despite several contributions, have tried to stay away from the limelight. Renuka Nagarkote is of the latter variety.

However, she too could not stop from becoming the star for the team on Sunday when she scored her first goal for Nepal in 16 years.

Nagarkote, a former captain, was wearing the captain's armband against Sri Lanka on Sunday as Anjana Rana Magar replaced Anjila Tumbapo Subba in goal.

Nagarkote, 31, has been a very reliable anchor midfielder at the centre for Nepal over the years. She is often stationed at the halfway line, helping in transitions from defence to front. Her role does not tak...