Jaswar Umar, the President of the Football Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL), has been appointed to the prestigious AFC Development Committee by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). This latest appointment marks yet another major international recognition for Sri Lanka’s football leadership.
This recognition comes at a pivotal time when Sri Lanka is demonstrating significant momentum and progress in the Asian football landscape.
This appointment follows immediately after another significant global acknowledgement. Earlier this week, the world governing body FIFA appointed Jaswar Umar to the FIFA Grassroots and Amateur Football Committee.
These successive appointments to key committees at both the AFC and FIFA serve as a powerful testament to the growth and increased credibility of Sri Lankan Football under his leadership. His growing influence in both regional and global football administration is now undeniable.
The AFC Development Committee plays a crucial role in overseeing development programs and essential funding mechanisms across all 47 member nations in Asia. The committee is fundamentally responsible for shaping the future trajectory of football development throughout the region.
Jaswar Umar is currently attending the AFC Development Committee meeting being held today in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, highlighting the immediate importance of his new role and the stature it brings to Sri Lankan Football on the international stage.
