Nepali Footballers Suffer as FIFA Ban Halts International Play
Summary
FIFA’s suspension of ANFA has left Nepali footballers unable to play international matches, with national team players urging the government and football authorities to find a quick solution. Kiran Kumar Limbu, Manish Dangi and other players say the ban is threatening their careers, while officials say talks with FIFA are ongoing.
Key Points
- FIFA’s suspension of ANFA has halted Nepal’s participation in international football, affecting senior, women’s and age-group teams.
- Kiran Kumar Limbu and Manish Dangi publicly urged the government, the National Sports Council and ANFA to act quickly to restore football activities.
- Players, coaches and referees say the ban is damaging careers, development programs and Nepal’s football future.
- Government and sports officials say they are in contact with FIFA and hope to resolve the issue before upcoming tournaments.
