Sports Minister Sunil Kumara Gamage has held discussions with the visiting Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President, Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, in Colombo.

According to the Sports Ministry, Deputy Sports Minister Sugath Thilakaratne also participated in the discussion held yesterday. 

During the meeting, the AFC President pointed out that even though many Asian countries are facing economic corruption, Sri Lanka is moving forward as a country due to the actions of the current government.

Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa expressed confidence that the sport of Football will reach a better level as a result.

He further stated that efforts will be made to provide Sri Lanka with an international football stadium with modern facilities in conjunction with the Ministry of Sports for the advancement of football. 

The discussion focused on the necessary future plans in this regard. (Newswire)

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