FIFA and AFC Express Concern Over NSC Intervention in ANFA Affairs

Summary

FIFA and AFC have expressed serious concern over the National Sports Council's decision affecting the All Nepal Football Association's election process, urging withdrawal of the decision to protect ANFA's autonomy.

Key Points
  • FIFA and AFC expressed serious concern about NSC's decision affecting ANFA's election process and statutes.
  • The NSC decision suspended ANFA's ongoing election process and mandated amendments to statutes of ANFA and district associations.
  • FIFA and AFC consider the NSC's actions as third-party interference violating ANFA's autonomy and international football regulations.
  • FIFA and AFC requested the NSC to withdraw the decision by 4 May 2026 and expressed willingness for constructive dialogue post withdrawal.
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