National Sports Council Confirms Approval Given for Nepal vs Hong Kong Football Match
Summary of the News
- The National Sports Council has confirmed approval for the friendly football match between Nepal and Hong Kong scheduled at Dashrath Rangashala.
- The All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) had claimed the match was postponed due to lack of approval, but the council has refuted this, urging against misleading accusations.
- The council emphasized that allegations against it hindering the development of Nepali sports are unfounded.
March 21, Kathmandu – The National Sports Council (NSC) has denied claims made by the All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) that it had not granted permission for the upcoming friendly football match to be held at Dashrath Rangashala.
In an official notice signed by NSC spokesperson Khushraj Dahal, the council clarified it has already approved and authorized the match between Nepal and Hong Kong.
“As per the letter dated 2082/12/3 (Bikram Sambat calendar), the approval and permission have been granted. This is to inform all sports enthusiasts, players, and stakeholders,” the notice stated.
The National Sports Council also urged against making misleading allegations aimed at shirking responsibilities, emphasizing its continued commitment to the development and expansion of sports in Nepal.
Earlier, ANFA had issued a press release announcing the postponement of the international friendly football match between Nepal and Hong Kong at Dashrath Rangashala citing the absence of official approval from NSC.