Thousands chase 14 spots for Nepal’s FIFA U15 World Cup squad
Summary
Thousands of youngsters across Nepal are competing for 14 spots in the squad for the inaugural FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival in Azerbaijan. ANFA says the final participation still depends on government funding because the association’s accounts are frozen after FIFA suspended it.
Key Points
- FIFA suspended the All Nepal Football Association on June 24, disrupting Nepali football and leaving the country out of the SAFF Championship draw.
- Nepal has still been cleared to take part in the inaugural FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival in Azerbaijan because the tournament is open to all 211 FIFA member associations.
- About 5,000 youngsters have joined district tryouts across Nepal, with provincial selections now under way before a final central selection in Kathmandu.
- ANFA plans to choose 30-35 players for a closed camp before naming the final 14, but participation still depends on government funding due to frozen accounts.
