Football
Sri Lanka Absent from AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup™ 2025 Qualifiers: A Missed Opportunity?

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Women’s Futsal Asian Cup™ 2025 Qualifiers are set to witness 19 teams competing for continental glory, following the official draw ceremony held at AFC House in Kuala Lumpur earlier today. However, one notable absentee is Sri Lanka, raising concerns about the nation’s future in futsal.
While countries across Asia prepare to showcase their talent, Sri Lanka’s absence from both women’s and men’s futsal tournaments has left fans disappointed. The lack of participation in such prestigious events highlights a growing concern about the state of futsal development in the country. Futsal, a fast-paced variant of football, has gained immense popularity globally, but Sri Lanka has yet to fully embrace it on the international stage.
Sri Lanka’s national teams, in both men’s and women’s football, have struggled to make significant strides in recent years. With the rise of futsal as a key player development pathway, this missed opportunity could further hinder the country’s progress in the sport. The nation’s footballing fraternity is hopeful that steps will be taken to strengthen grassroots futsal programs, ensuring that Sri Lanka can compete at the highest level in future editions.
As the AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup™ 2025 Qualifiers progress, Sri Lankan fans are left wondering when their nation will make its mark on the futsal scene. The focus now turns to the authorities to prioritize futsal as part of the larger football development plan, providing players with the opportunity to represent their country on the global stage.
Football
Sri Lanka Schools National Championship 2024: Super Eight Round Standings & Upcoming Matches Preview
The Super Eight Round of the Sri Lanka Schools National Championship 2024 – Under 20 Division 1 Boys Football Tournament has been intense, with teams battling for a spot in the next stage.
Current Standings (After 8 Matches)
Group A
1. St. Joseph’s College – 4 points (1W, 1D, 0L) | Goals: 5-1
2. Alighar National School – 4 points (1W, 1D, 0L) | Goals: 4-1
3. Darussalam College – 3 points (1W, 0D, 1L) | Goals: 7-4
4. Kalutara Muslim Central College – 0 points (0W, 0D, 2L) | Goals: 0-10
Group B
1. Zahira College Colombo – 6 points (2W, 0D, 0L) | Goals: 7-0
2. Hameed Al Husseine College – 6 points (2W, 0D, 0L) | Goals: 5-0
3. Al Falah College Negombo – 0 points (0W, 0D, 2L) | Goals: 0-4
4. St. Patrick’s College Jaffna – 0 points (0W, 0D, 2L) | Goals: 0-8
Key Highlights So Far
• Zahira College Colombo and Hameed Al Husseine College remain unbeaten in Group B.
• St. Joseph’s College and Alighar National School are leading Group A but are closely followed by Darussalam College, making the race for the semifinals highly competitive.
• Kalutara Muslim Central College and St. Patrick’s College Jaffna are yet to score points and are struggling in their respective groups.
Upcoming Matches & Their Impact
• St. Joseph’s College vs. Alighar National School (MD-5): A potential group-decider as both teams are tied on points.
• Darussalam College vs. Kalutara Muslim Central College (MD-5): Darussalam has a chance to secure a semifinal spot with a win.
• Zahira College vs. Hameed Al Husseine College (MD-6): The top two teams in Group B will clash in a high-stakes match that could determine the group winner.
• Al Falah College vs. St. Patrick’s College (MD-6): A crucial battle for survival in Group B.
With four more matches remaining, every point counts, and teams will be looking to secure their places in the knockout stage. Stay tuned for more updates!
Follow us for match reports, results, and exclusive insights on the Sri Lanka Schools Football Championship 2025.
Football
Super 8 Round Begins with Exciting Matches Amid Media Coverage Concerns
The Super 8 round of the Sri Lanka Schools Football Championship 2025 kicked off at Kelaniya Football Grounds, featuring dominant performances and intense competition. However, despite Sri Lankan Sports TV officially requesting media coverage access, the organizers failed to respond, raising concerns regarding transparency and event management.
Matchday 1 (14th February 2025)
🔹 St. Joseph’s College 4-0 Darussalam College
St. Joseph’s College started strong with a commanding 4-0 victory over Darussalam College. R. Bright stole the show with an impressive hat-trick, leading his team to an emphatic win.
🔹 Alighar National School 3-0 Kalutara Muslim Central College (Walkover)
Kalutara Muslim Central College was unable to participate due to unforeseen circumstances, resulting in a 3-0 walkover victory for Alighar National School.
Matchday 2 (15th February 2025)
🔹 Hameed Al Husseinie College 1-0 Al Falah College
A closely contested match saw Hameed Al Husseinie College secure a 1-0 win against Al Falah College, demonstrating solid defense and tactical play.
🔹 Zahira College 4-0 St. Patrick’s College
Zahira College put on a dominant display, winning 4-0 against St. Patrick’s College. Their attacking force looked sharp, sending a strong statement for the upcoming matches.
Media Coverage Dispute
Despite Sri Lankan Sports TV’s formal request to live stream the matches, the organizers refused to provide access, citing the need for approval from FFSL. However, the legal rights for the tournament remain with Sri Lankan Sports TV, making this an unfortunate situation for fans and stakeholders eager for wider coverage.
Stay tuned for further updates on Sri Lankan Sports TV.
Football
Sri Lanka Schools National Championship 2025: Super 8 Fixtures and Grouping
The Sri Lanka Schools National Championship 2025 – Under 20 Division 1 Boys’ Football Tournament has progressed to the Super 8 Round, with eight teams competing in two groups. The Sri Lanka Schools Football Association (SLSFA) is conducting the tournament in collaboration with the Football Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL).
Super 8 Grouping
Group A
- Alighar National School – Eravur
- Darussalam College – Colombo 10
- St. Joseph’s College – Colombo 10
- Kalutara Muslim Central College
Group B
- Zahira College – Colombo
- Hameed Al Husseinie College – Colombo 12
- Al Falah College – Negombo
- St. Patrick’s College – Jaffna
Match Venues and Schedule
The Super 8 Round matches are scheduled to be played at Kelaniya Football Complex, whereas last year’s second round matches were held at Sugathadasa Stadium under the hosting of Sri Lankan Sports TV.
Super 8 Round Fixtures
Match Day | Date | Time | Group | Match |
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MD-1 | 14.02.2025 (Fri) | 8:00 AM | A | Darussalam College vs St. Joseph’s College |
14.02.2025 (Fri) | 3:00 PM | A | Alighar National School vs Kalutara Muslim Central College | |
MD-2 | 15.02.2025 (Sat) | 8:00 AM | B | Hameed Al Husseinie College vs Al Falah College |
15.02.2025 (Sat) | 3:00 PM | B | Zahira College vs St. Patrick’s College | |
MD-3 | 17.02.2025 (Mon) | 8:00 AM | A | St. Joseph’s College vs Alighar National School |
17.02.2025 (Mon) | 3:00 PM | A | Kalutara Muslim Central College vs Darussalam College | |
MD-4 | 18.02.2025 (Tue) | 8:00 AM | B | Al Falah College vs Zahira College |
18.02.2025 (Tue) | 3:00 PM | B | St. Patrick’s College vs Hameed Al Husseinie College | |
MD-5 | 20.02.2025 (Thu) | TBC | A | Alighar National School vs Darussalam College |
20.02.2025 (Thu) | TBC | A | St. Joseph’s College vs Kalutara Muslim Central College | |
MD-6 | 21.02.2025 (Fri) | TBC | B | Zahira College vs Hameed Al Husseinie College |
21.02.2025 (Fri) | TBC | B | Al Falah College vs St. Patrick’s College |
Knockout Stage (Venue & Date TBC)
- Semi-Final 1: Group A 1st place vs Group B 2nd place
- Semi-Final 2: Group B 1st place vs Group A 2nd place
- Final: Winners of Semi-Final 1 vs Winners of Semi-Final 2
Further details regarding match venues and times for the knockout stage will be announced later.
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