Education and Sports Minister Pokharel Expresses Hope for Nepali Football Development Through NSL

Education and Sports Minister Sasmit Pokharel expressed optimism that the Nepal Super League (NSL) will elevate Nepali football. He highlighted the importance of franchise leagues, like the NSL and the Nepal Premier League for cricket, in sports development. Pokharel noted the government's efforts to better integrate the private sector into sports and pledged to avoid politicizing sports while increasing investment, particularly at the grassroots level through schools. He urged collaboration between ANFA and other stakeholders to advance Nepali football.