The Sri Lanka National Football Team concluded its 2027 Asian Cup qualifying campaign with a remarkable 3–1 victory over Chinese Taipei in Taipei, marking their second consecutive away win against the side.
Despite the impressive result, Sri Lanka did not secure qualification for the Asian Cup. Competing in Group D, the team played six matches, winning three and finishing third in the points table.
The win, however, has boosted Sri Lanka’s standing in world football. With Chinese Taipei ranked 174 and Sri Lanka at 194 before the match, the victory is expected to lift Sri Lanka’s FIFA ranking to around 190, a four‑place improvement.
Football Sri Lanka noted that over the past 18 months, Sri Lanka has surged from a ranking of 207 to approximately 190, reflecting sustained progress.
“This victory stands as a historic milestone for Sri Lankan sport and reflects the emergence of a new era in Sri Lanka Football,” Football Sri Lanka said in a statement. (Newswire)
