What procedures do FIFA and AFC follow before suspending a member association?
Summary
The All Nepal Football Association faced suspension by the National Sports Council, raising concerns over third-party interference which FIFA and AFC address through defined procedures before suspending a member association.
Key Points
- The National Sports Council suspended the All Nepal Football Association, causing uncertainty in Nepali football.
- FIFA and AFC consider government or third-party interference a serious violation of football governance principles.
- FIFA and AFC follow a three-step procedure: investigation, negotiation, and resolution (normalisation committee or suspension) before suspending a member association.
- Suspension of a member association leads to significant negative impacts on football development in that country.
