ANFA to sell only 8,000 tickets for Nepal-Bangladesh friendlies in 15,000-capacity Dasharath Stadium

Summary

ANFA will sell only 8,000 tickets for the Nepal-Bangladesh friendlies at Dasharath Stadium due to safety concerns and stadium shortcomings raised by AFC.

Key Points
  • ANFA plans to sell only 8,000 tickets out of 15,000 capacity for the Nepal-Bangladesh football friendlies due to safety concerns.
  • Dasharath Stadium is currently ineligible for hosting official AFC matches because it fails to meet international standards in several areas, including its ground, drainage, and floodlights.
  • AFC also criticized the stadium's security infrastructure, such as CCTV coverage and emergency escape routes.
  • ANFA cited lack of authority over the stadium and need for government support to address major renovations and improvements.
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