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Football Sri Lanka announced the preliminary squad for SAFF Championship 2021

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Football National Team preliminary squad announcement for the SAFF Championship 2021.

Sri Lanka National (Golden Army) is in preparation to participate in the SAFF Championship 2021 from 1st October to 16th October at the Male City Maldives

Sri Lankan Schedules

TeamsDateTime
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh1st October9.30 pm
Sri Lanka vs Nepal4th October9.30 pm
India vs Sri Lanka7th October4.30 pm
Final16th October8.30 pm
Sri Lankan Matches

The preliminary squad comprised 27 players but no officials were mentioned in the squad, further 4 goalkeepers were named in the squad.

Football Sri Lanka did not mention the Captain or Coaching staff details yet.

Squad Details;

Name : W.S.T.D. Sujan Perera

Age : 28

Position : GoalKeeper

Club : Up Country Lions FC

Name : H.M.Prabath Ruwan Arunasiri

Age : 27

Position : GoalKeeper

Club : Blue Eagles SC

Name : R.P. Danushka

Age : 28

Position : GoalKeeper

Club : New Youngs FC

Name : K.N. Harsha Fernando

Age : 28

Position : Fullback

Club : Blue Eagles SC

Name : A.A.S. Roshan Appuhamy

Age : 27

Position : Fullback

Club : Defenders FC

Name : U.H.D. Chamod Dilshan

Age : 24

Position : Fullback

Club : Colombo FC

Name : Charitha Rathnanayake

Age : 28

Position : Center Defender

Club : Colombo FC

Name : Duckson Puslas

Age : 31

Position : Center Defender

Club : New Youngs FC

Name : Chathuranga Madushan

Age : 27

Position : Center Defender

Club : Up Country Lions FC

Name : Marvin Hamilton

Age : 32

Position : Holding Midfielder

Name : Chalana Chameera

Age : 28

Position : Holding Midfielder

Club : Colombo FC

Name : Jude Supan

Age : 22

Position : Center Midfielder

Club : Renown SC

Name : Mohamad Fazal

Age : 31

Position : Center Midfielder

Club : Blue Star SC

Name : Mohamed Shifan

Age :

Position :

Club : Up Country Lions FC

Name : Kavindu Ishan

Age : 28

Position : Wing Forward

Club : Up Country Lions FC

Name : Dillon Senan De Silva

Age : 19

Position : Wing Forward

Club : Queens Park Rangers FC – UK

Name : Waseem Razeek

Age : 26

Position : Wing Forward

Club : Up Country Lions FC

Name : Mohamed Aakib

Age : 20

Position : Wing Forward

Club : Colombo FC

Name : Asikur Rahuman

Age : 27

Position : Center Forward

Club : Defenders FC

Name : Mohamed Hasmeer

Age : 23

Position : Center Forward

Club : Sea Hawks FC

Name : Supun Dananjaya

Age : 23

Position : Wing Forward

Club : Red Star FC

Name : Rifkhan Mohamed

Age : 21

Position : CenterForward

Club : Defenders FC

Name : Abdul Basith

Age :

Position :

Club : Colombo FC

Name : Aman Faizer

Age :

Position :

Club : Renown SC

Name : Asela Madhushan

Age : 21

Position :

Club : Sea Hawks FC

Name : Kaveesh Fernando

Age :

Position : Goalkeeper

Club : Blue Star SC

Name : Nuwan Gimhana

Age :

Position : Goalkeeper

Club : Defenders FC

Name : Hafeel Mohamed

Age :

Position :

Club : Colombo FC

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Uzbekistan Dominate Sri Lanka 10-0 in AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers

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Colombo, June 29 – The Sri Lanka Women’s National Football Team suffered a crushing 10-0 defeat at the hands of Uzbekistan in their opening fixture of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers, exposing not only the performance gap on the field but also the deep-rooted structural failures off it.

From kickoff, Uzbekistan showcased their superiority with relentless attacking football, scoring five goals in each half. The match statistics tell a story of complete dominance:

  • Shots on Target: 14 (Uzbekistan) vs 0 (Sri Lanka)
  • Possession: 70% (Uzbekistan) vs 30% (Sri Lanka)
  • Dangerous Attacks: 137 (Uzbekistan) vs 28 (Sri Lanka)

Sri Lanka managed only two shots in the entire match—none of which tested the opposition goalkeeper—while spending most of the game pinned back in defense.

However, beyond the scoreboard, this defeat highlights a more alarming truth: the lack of commitment to women’s football by local authorities. The Football Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL) has failed to organize a single women’s tournament domestically in recent years, and the squad selected for this major continental qualifier was chosen solely through a limited trial. There was no competitive platform or league for players to develop or prove themselves ahead of international duty.

This performance is not just a reflection of the players’ inexperience—it’s a direct consequence of administrative negligence. FFSL must take full responsibility for this embarrassing result, as it continues to send underprepared teams to international tournaments merely to safeguard its position, rather than genuinely investing in the development of Sri Lankan football.

Even more concerning is the silence from the Ministry of Sports. Despite the humiliating performances of the Under-20 team in the recent SAFF Championship and now the senior women’s team in the AFC qualifiers, no action has been taken, and no accountability has been demanded. The ministry’s indifference to these repeated failures raises serious questions about its role in ensuring sports governance and development in Sri Lanka.

As Sri Lankan football continues to struggle, it is clear that without structural change, genuine investment, and accountability, results like these will only continue.

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Dialog Schools Rugby League Week 4: Powerhouses Dominate as Rivalries Intensify

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The fourth week of the 2025 Dialog Schools Rugby League brought high-octane action across Colombo and Kandy, as traditional rugby giants asserted dominance while title ambitions sharpened. Here’s a round-up of the top matches that defined the week:

Trinity Outmuscles St. Joseph’s at CR & FC

Trinity College, Kandy, continued their unbeaten streak with a commanding 29-07 win over St. Joseph’s College, Maradana at the CR & FC grounds in Colombo. Trinity crossed the whitewash five times with 5 tries and 2 conversions, displaying explosive forward play and well-structured phases.

St. Joseph’s struggled to match Trinity’s physicality but managed a consolation try and conversion. At halftime, Trinity led 22-0, setting the tone early and maintaining control throughout.

Wesley Tames St. Peter’s in Tight Clash

At Havelock Park, Wesley College recorded a gritty 23-05 victory over St. Peter’s College. The Wesleyites scored 3 tries, 1 conversion, and added 2 penalties, proving their clinical edge under pressure.

St. Peter’s could only respond with a single try and failed to find rhythm. Wesley led 8-0 at the break and controlled territory effectively in the second half.

Isipathana Outguns Zahira in a High-Scoring Thriller

In one of the most entertaining matches of the weekend, Isipathana College edged out Zahira College 38-27 at Zahira Grounds. Isipathana scored 6 tries and 4 conversions, showcasing pace and creativity in attack.

Zahira fought back gallantly with 4 tries, 2 conversions, and a penalty, pushing the defending champions to the limit. At halftime, Isipathana led 26-8, and though Zahira launched a strong second-half rally, the Green Machine held on.

Royal Routs Vidyartha in Dominant Display

Royal College, Colombo, was at their clinical best as they overcame Vidyartha College, Kandy, 29-07 at the Royal Complex. The home side dotted down 5 tries and 2 conversions, demonstrating power rugby and slick handling.

Vidyartha managed a single converted try but struggled to contain Royal’s powerful forwards and rolling mauls. Royal led 12-7 at halftime before pulling away in the second half.

Looking Ahead

With teams like Trinity, Isipathana, and Royal continuing to impress, the Dialog Schools Rugby League 2025 is shaping up for a thrilling finish. Fans can expect tighter games and fierce battles as title dreams grow stronger.

Stay tuned with Sri Lankan Sports TV for full match reports, results, and exclusive school rugby coverage!

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Sri Lanka Shines at Thailand Open 2025 with 11-Medal Haul

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The Sri Lankan athletics team wrapped up a remarkable campaign at the Thailand Open Athletics Championship 2025, securing an impressive 11 medals, including 6 golds, during the competition held from June 21 to 25 in Bangkok.

The Sri Lankan squad, made up of eight athletes—four men and four women—delivered standout performances across track and field events, making the nation proud on the international stage.

Leading the charge was Rusiru Chathuranga, who clinched double gold in the Men’s 800m and 1500m events. Vicknaraj Vakshan added to the tally with a gold in the 5000m and a silver in the 1500m, while W.K.L.A. Nimali matched that feat by claiming gold in the Women’s 800m and silver in the 1500m.

Madushani Herath showed her dominance in the field events, capturing gold in both the long jump and triple jump. Ayomal Akalanka earned silver in the Men’s 400m hurdles, and Wathsala Hapuarachchi took silver in the Women’s 100m hurdles. Safreen Ahmed contributed a bronze medal in the Men’s triple jump.

While seven out of eight athletes reached the podium, Amasha de Silva narrowly missed out, finishing fourth in the Women’s 100m final, showcasing a commendable performance.

The full team is expected to return to Sri Lanka today after a tour that highlights the depth of talent in local athletics and signals strong potential ahead of upcoming regional events

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