Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa, President of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), met with Mr. Jaswar Umar, President of the Football Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL), on the sidelines of the AFC Extraordinary Congress held in Tokyo, Japan.
During the meeting, the AFC President commended the progress achieved by the Sri Lanka national football team in recent times. He noted that Sri Lanka’s notable advancement in the FIFA World Rankings clearly reflects the country’s growth potential and future prospects within the regional football landscape.
Mr. Jaswar Umar expressed his sincere gratitude for the continued support provided by the AFC leadership toward the development of football in Sri Lanka. In particular, he thanked the AFC for facilitating the provision of two high-standard, new football stadiums, which will serve to strengthen Sri Lanka’s football infrastructure. In addition to financial grants, the AFC continues to provide the necessary infrastructure and technical support for the development of football in Sri Lanka. This assistance contributes significantly to strengthening all facets of the sport—from grassroots development to high-performance football.
Under the leadership and sound strategic vision of Mr. Jaswar Umar, Sri Lanka football has undergone a notable transformation over the past two years. This progress is clearly evident in the improved international performance of the national team, their advancement in the FIFA World Rankings, the development of domestic football tournaments, and the enhancement of sporting infrastructure.
This recognition from the AFC President further validates the progress achieved by Sri Lanka football, while also underscoring the importance of building a stronger and more competitive footballing nation through robust international partnerships, strategic investments, and effective leadership. Sri Lankan football is moving forward with new aspirations, a strong foundation, and a clear vision for the future.
source – Srilanka football
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