23 Feb 2026 | Dhaka
List of the Executive Committee Meeting, Standing Committee Meetings and Congress from January 2025 – February 2026
23 Feb 2026 | Dhaka
List of the Executive Committee Meeting, Standing Committee Meetings and Congress from January 2025 – February 2026
26 Jan. 2026 | Bangkok
The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) convened its Extraordinary Congress in Bangkok on 26 January 2026, during which the terms of the federation’s independent committees were renewed in view of the upcoming SAFF elections.
The Congress approved the renewal of the Disciplinary and Ethics Committee, the Appeals Committee, and the Electoral Committee. It also ratified amendments to the SAFF Statutes and the Standing Orders of the Congress, aligning them with the recently issued guidelines from the Asian Football Confederation (AFC).
“These decisions are central to strengthening our governance framework, upholding transparency, and ensuring the integrity of our competitions and electoral processes. I encourage all delegates to engage constructively and share your views openly so that we may reach well‑informed and collective decisions for the continued progress of South Asian football,” said SAFF President Kazi Md. Salahuddin in his opening remarks.
He also expressed appreciation for the support provided by FIFA and the AFC toward the development of football in the region. A special acknowledgement was extended to the Football Association of Thailand for their assistance in hosting the SAFF Futsal Championships.
Representatives from all seven member associations of the South Asian Football Federation were present at the Congress.
18 Nov. 2025 | Dhaka
The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) proudly unveiled its new logo during the Executive Committee Meeting held at the federation’s headquarters in Dhaka. The unveiling was done by SAFF President Kazi Md. Salahuddin, marking a significant milestone in the federation’s journey toward modernizing its brand identity.
“We are thrilled to unveil the new logo of the federation. It has been crafted with great care and boldly represents our identity in the global footballing arena,” said Kazi Md. Salahuddin, President of SAFF. “This design reflects our unwavering commitment to developing football across the region and embodies our motto: Strength in Unity. We sincerely hope all our stakeholders will appreciate and embrace this new visual identity.”
The refreshed branding aligns with global trends in football and enhances SAFF’s market presence through improved visual appeal and professionalism.
The new logo features a bold abbreviation of the South Asian Football Federation, symbolizing the strength and unity of South Asia, a region that is home to nearly 25 percent of the world’s population. It captures the passion and fervor that South Asians share for the beautiful game.
The design was created by Supun D. Rajapaksa from the Football Federation of Sri Lanka. SAFF had invited creative concepts from designers across all seven member associations, and Rajapaksa’s concept was unanimously selected by the Marketing and Communications Committee and endorsed by the Executive Committee.
24 May 2025 | Kathmandu
South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) President Kazi Md. Salahuddin hailed the unity of the member associations of SAFF and expressed the federation’s commitment to continue working for the growth of football in the region. (more…)
Press Release
4 April 2025 | Colombo
The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) concluded its Extraordinary Congress 2025 in Colombo with a renewed commitment from all Member Associations to work collectively towards the development of football in the region.
The congress, held on 4 April, was honored by the presence of AFC President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, who emphasized the importance of unity among Member Associations. He stated, “Strong and stable leadership is essential for the continued growth of football, and I trust that this Congress will make decisions that best serve the future of the game in the region.”
SAFF President Kazi Md. Salahuddin expressed his gratitude to AFC President Shaikh Salman, Football Federation of Sri Lanka President Jaswar Umar, and all participating Member Associations for their continued support. He highlighted the importance of youth development in the region, stating, “To be on par with the rest of Asia, we must give our children greater exposure. SAFF will ensure more competitions in the future and strengthen governance to make our youth more competitive.”
In 1997, with the aim of advancing South Asian football to a higher level and of uniting the people of South Asia through this beautiful game, SAFF – South Asian Football Federation was formed. Six nations, Bangladesh, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka came together, united by the love of football, to form the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF). Today, it has become a name for the festival of South Asian football culture, which is celebrated from time to time.
The SAFF Secretariat currently operates from Dhaka, Bangladesh. The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) is the unity of south asian countries playing football and is a part of the larger Asian Football Confederation (AFC).
Over the years, SAFF grew, welcoming Bhutan in 2000 and expanding its influence across the region. Through its premier SAFF Championship, along with men’s, women’s, and youth tournaments, it has given South Asian football global recognition. From its early days under P. P. Lakshman, SAFF has proved the true meaning of its motto “Unity in Strength.” As the tournaments have shown, football can become a force that brings nations together, turning rivalries into respect and borders into bonds.
The Safeguarding team at SAFF is aimed to work together with our Member Associations to ensure that we keep football a safe space for everyone. SAFF’s safeguarding work has been closely linked to AFC’s safeguarding priorities & guidance.
Thank you for expressing your interest in becoming a part of SAFF. We’re thrilled to have you join a team as diverse as the game itself. We represent 7 different countries and member associations; work unitedly and strive relentlessly for the development of football.
