Sri Lanka, Oct. 13 -- Sri Lanka's football is celebrating a historic moment as Jaswar Umar, the President of Football Sri Lanka (FSL), has been appointed to FIFA's Grassroots and Amateur Football Committee. The move comes as the national men's team gains momentum, highlighted by their thrilling 1-0 victory over Turkmenistan in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers.

Umar's leadership has been credited with transforming Sri Lankan football in recent months. His modern management strategies and forward-thinking policies have elevated the team's performance, earning international recognition and placing Sri Lanka ahead of many South Asian nations in football development.

"I'm honoured to be included as a member of FIFA's committee. Football must be ...