Pointless open selection: A clear symptom of institutional incompetence in football
Summary
Nepali domestic football faces criticism over the repeated open selection process for national age-group teams, seen as inefficient and discouraging for proven players. Experts urge for a system based on continuous evaluation and trust instead of repetitive selections.
Key Points
- Many proven Nepali footballers are repeatedly subjected to open selection despite their performances and club memberships.
- The current practice contrasts with earlier systems where players were trusted and tracked, reducing the need for frequent selections.
- Experts criticize the open selection system as inefficient, financially and mentally taxing for players, and not conducive to team performance.
- Alternatives like continuous scouting, data tracking, and strengthening age-group competitions are proposed to improve player selection and development.
