Nepal football fails to make headway in 2024
With 2024 behind us,it is time to look back and reflect on how the last twelve months unfolded for Nepal’s football. Like almost every year,I take this opportunity to encapsulate,evaluate and highlight the lows and highs of the past year . Overall,All Nepal Football Association (ANFA)governance, football development,national football teams performances and results left much to be desired. Despite everything,on the domestic front, football’s popularity soared further in the country.There was a significant increase in the number of men,women, boys and girls playing the sport. We witnessed a dramatic surge in football tournaments,catering to all levels,ages, and both male and female across all geographical regions from Mechi to Mahakali.It was largely possible due to the active involvement of the private sector. Lack of sports culture,government’s failure to prioritize sports,limited corporate sponsorship,absence of adequate infrastruct...