SAFF official website revamped
22 Sept. 2025 (Dhaka) Dear Readers/Visitors, Greetings from the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF)! As you are navigating the SAFF website, you will notice that it has been revamped. We want this website in line with the global trend of storytelling through visually engaging content. The goal of the SAFF’s refurbished official website is to […]
Five Clubs to Compete in Inaugural SAFF Women’s Club Championship
Press Release 19 September 2025 | Dhaka The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) is set to host the first-ever SAFF Women’s Club Championship in Nepal from 5 to 20 December 2025. Five clubs will compete for regional glory in this landmark tournament: Narsin Sports Academy (Bangladesh) Transports United Ladies FC (Bhutan) East Bengal FC (India) […]
India crowned SAFF U19 Championship 2025 champions
18 May 2025 (Arunachal Pradesh, India) India’s U-19 men’s football team the SAFF U-19 Championship title in a thrilling finale held at the Golden Jubilee Stadium in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh. The tournament, held from May 9 to 18, 2025, featured six teams from South Asia competing in a group and knockout format. Key Highlights: India […]
SAFF congress elects first female Executive Committee member
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.
India crowned champions of SAFF U17 Women’s Championship 2025
Thimphu (31 August 2025) India’s U-17 women’s football team triumphed at the 2025 SAFF U-17 Women’s Championship, held from August 20 to 31 at the Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu. The India team secured their third title in dominant fashion, winning five of six matches and scoring 30 goals while conceding only four. Key Highlights: India […]
Bangladesh clinch SAFF U-20 Women’s Championship 2025 title
Dhaka (21 July 2025) Bangladesh’s U-20 women’s football team delivered a flawless performance to win the 2025 SAFF U-20 Women’s Championship, held from July 11 to 21 at the Bashundhara Kings Arena and Sports Ground in Dhaka. The hosts emerged unbeaten champions, securing their fifth title with six consecutive wins in a double round-robin format. […]
SAFF Hosts First-Ever Competition Committee Meeting
Press Release 30 August 2025 | Thimphu The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) successfully convened its first Competition Committee meeting in Thimphu, Bhutan, marking a significant milestone in the region’s football development efforts. Held in the picturesque capital of Bhutan, the meeting brought together all members of the competition committee. The committee discussed strategic planning […]
South Asia MC Conference & Workshop Concludes with Enthusiastic Participation
2 July 2025 (Kathmandu) The inaugural South Asia Match Commissioners Conference and Workshop concluded in Kathmandu on Wednesday, marked by enthusiastic participation and a strong commitment to advancing football development across the region. The event brought together current match commissioners from South Asia alongside aspiring ones, fostering a collaborative environment for sharing ideas, experiences, and […]
15th SAFF Championship to be staged in 2026
Press Release 24 April 2025 | Dhaka The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) has remained steadfast in its mission to develop football across the South Asian region since its inception. Through organizing competitions across various categories and conducting educational programs to empower stakeholders, SAFF continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to the growth of our […]
Digital Media & LMO Seminar held
April 24 (Colombo) – The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) organized a seminar for media officers from across the South Asian region, held in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from April 22 to 23, 2025. The two-day seminar featured sessions focused on media operations during competitions and the evolving role of digital media. These sessions were led by Mr. Nilanjan […]