FIFA Warns Nepal of Football Suspension Over ANFA Dispute
Summary
FIFA has warned Nepal of immediate suspension from international football unless the National Sports Council revokes its contentious decision affecting ANFA's autonomy and allows elections as per FIFA regulations.
Key Points
- FIFA warned Nepal that suspension from international football is imminent if the National Sports Council's March 25 decision restricting ANFA is not fully revoked.
- The NSC had revoked the suspension of ANFA on May 15 but FIFA insists the main restrictions in the March 25 decision remain in effect.
- FIFA considers the NSC's directives as third-party interference violating ANFA's autonomy.
- FIFA has given Nepal a final deadline of June 11 to provide written assurance to revoke all restrictions, failing which ANFA faces immediate suspension.
