Players and legends urge action as Nepal risk first-ever absence from SAFF Championship
Summary
Nepal risks missing the SAFF Men’s Championship for the first time as its FIFA suspension remains unresolved ahead of a September 30 deadline. Players, coaches and officials are urging the government to act quickly to restore football activity and avoid another major setback.
Key Points
- Nepal could miss the SAFF Men’s Championship for the first time in history if FIFA does not lift the suspension on the All Nepal Football Association by September 30.
- The suspension stems from a dispute involving ANFA, the National Sports Council and government intervention over football elections and foreign participation.
- Stakeholders including Hari Khadka, Nabin Neupane and captain Kiran Chemjong have publicly appealed to the government to resolve the issue.
- Nepal has already been excluded from several other football events this year because of the ongoing dispute.
