Sonam Choden

Sonam Choden is a Bhutanese professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for the Bhutanese club Royal Thimphu College [Women's FC|Royal Thimphu College] and the Bhutan women's national football team.

Early life

Choden was born on 16 May 2002 in Bhutan. A native of Punakha, Bhutan, she has been nicknamed "Chungku".

Club career

Choden started her career with Bhutanese side Gelephu Girls Academy. Following her stint there, she signed for Bhutanese side Mandala FC. In 2023, she signed for Bhutanese side Royal Thimphu College Women's FC, helping the club win the league title.
Two years later, she signed for Indian side Kickstart FC. Bhutanese news website WÒRDS FÒR YÒU wrote in 2025 that she "solidified her reputation as one of Bhutan’s brightest football talents".

International career

Choden is a Bhutan international. During September 2023, she played for the Bhutan women's national football team at the 2023 [SAFF Women's International Friendly Tournament (Taif)|2023 SAFF Women's International Friendly Tournament].