FOOTBALL SRI LANKA UNVEILS SOUTH ASIAN SUPER CUP 2025 .

 Prees Conference 4th August 2025 @ 6.00pm at the Football House , Colombo 7 , Sri Lanke 

FOOTBALL SRI LANKA UNVEILS SOUTH ASIAN SUPER CUP 2025

Sri Lanka and Maldives set for a twO-match showdown in Colombo

Football Sri Lanka (FSL) today officially launched the inaugural South Asian Super Cup 2025

at a media conference held at the Football House, Colombo, with the unveiling of the

championship trophy. The event, scheduled to take place at the Racecourse International

Stadium, Colombo, will see Sri Lanka and Maldives face off in a thrilling twO-match series on

6th and 9th September 2025, with both matches kicking off at 5.00 PM.

The South Asian Super Cup is the brainchild of Mr. Jaswar Umar, President of Football Sri

Lanka, introduced to sustain international football action in the region following the

postponement of the SAFF Championship to 2026. The tournament marks a new chapter for

South Asian football, offering players and fans a platform to experience high-intensity,

competitive matches.

Looking beyond 2025, the South Asian Super Cup will become an annual tournament,

expanding to feature more South Asian teams in a tournament format in the years ahead. This

year's edition, with Sri Lanka and Maldives competing in a two-match series, serves as the

launchpad for what will grow into a key fixture in the South Asian football calendar.

A Rivalry Renewed: Sri Lanka vs Maldives

The footballing history between Sri Lanka and the Maldives has been marked by passion, pride,

and closely fought battles.

• Sri Lanka – crowned SAFF Champions in 1995 and winners of the South Asian

Games Gold in 1991 and 1995 - has a rich footballing tradition.

Maldives - two-time SAFF Champions in 2008 and 2018- has grown into one of the

region's strongest teams, with football being the island nation's most loved sport.

Over the decades, matches between the two nations have produced nail-biting contests, often

decided by narrow margins. While the Maldives have had the upper hand in recent years, Sri

Lanka continues to view the encounters as benchmarks of progress and an opportunity to

reassert its footballing presence in South Asia.

Colombo, Sri Lanka - 4 September 2025

FOOTBALL SRI LANKA UNVEILS SOUTH ASIAN SUPER CUP 2025

Sri Lanka and Maldives set for a twO-match showdown in Colombo

Football Sri Lanka (FSL) today officially launched the inaugural South Asian Super Cup 2025

at a media conference held at the Football House, Colombo, with the unveiling of the

championship trophy. The event, scheduled to take place at the Racecourse International

Stadium, Colombo, will see Sri Lanka and Maldives face off in a thrilling twO-match series on

6th and 9th September 2025, with both matches kicking off at 5.00 PM.

The South Asian Super Cup is the brainchild of Mr. Jaswar Umar, President of Football Sri

Lanka, introduced to sustain international football action in the region following the

postponement of the SAFF Championship to 2026. The tournament marks a new chapter for

South Asian football, offering players and fans a platform to experience high-intensity,

competitive matches.

Looking beyond 2025, the South Asian Super Cup will become an annual tournament,

expanding to feature more South Asian teams in a tournament format in the years ahead. This

year's edition, with Sri Lanka and Maldives competing in a two-match series, serves as the

launchpad for what will grow into a key fixture in the South Asian football calendar.

A Rivalry Renewed: Sri Lanka vs Maldives

The footballing history between Sri Lanka and the Maldives has been marked by passion, pride,

and closely fought battles.

• Sri Lanka – crowned SAFF Champions in 1995 and winners of the South Asian

Games Gold in 1991 and 1995 - has a rich footballing tradition.

Maldives - two-time SAFF Champions in 2008 and 2018- has grown into one of the

region's strongest teams, with football being the island nation's most loved sport.

Over the decades, matches between the two nations have produced nail-biting contests, often

decided by narrow margins. While the Maldives have had the upper hand in recent years, Sri

Lanka continues to view the encounters as benchmarks of progress and an opportunity to

reassert its footballing presence in South Asia.

Colombo, Sri Lanka - 4 September 2025

FOOTBALL SRI LANKA UNVEILS SOUTH ASIAN SUPER CUP 2025

Sri Lanka and Maldives set for a twO-match showdown in Colombo

Football Sri Lanka (FSL) today officially launched the inaugural South Asian Super Cup 2025

at a media conference held at the Football House, Colombo, with the unveiling of the

championship trophy. The event, scheduled to take place at the Racecourse International

Stadium, Colombo, will see Sri Lanka and Maldives face off in a thrilling twO-match series on

6th and 9th September 2025, with both matches kicking off at 5.00 PM.

The South Asian Super Cup is the brainchild of Mr. Jaswar Umar, President of Football Sri

Lanka, introduced to sustain international football action in the region following the

postponement of the SAFF Championship to 2026. The tournament marks a new chapter for

South Asian football, offering players and fans a platform to experience high-intensity,

competitive matches.

Looking beyond 2025, the South Asian Super Cup will become an annual tournament,

expanding to feature more South Asian teams in a tournament format in the years ahead. This

year's edition, with Sri Lanka and Maldives competing in a two-match series, serves as the

launchpad for what will grow into a key fixture in the South Asian football calendar.

A Rivalry Renewed: Sri Lanka vs Maldives

The footballing history between Sri Lanka and the Maldives has been marked by passion, pride,

and closely fought battles.

• Sri Lanka – crowned SAFF Champions in 1995 and winners of the South Asian

Games Gold in 1991 and 1995 - has a rich footballing tradition.

Maldives - two-time SAFF Champions in 2008 and 2018- has grown into one of the

region's strongest teams, with football being the island nation's most loved sport.

Over the decades, matches between the two nations have produced nail-biting contests, often

decided by narrow margins. While the Maldives have had the upper hand in recent years, Sri

Lanka continues to view the encounters as benchmarks of progress and an opportunity to

reassert its footballing presence in South Asia.

Colombo, Sri Lanka - 4 September 2025

FOOTBALL SRI LANKA UNVEILS SOUTH ASIAN SUPER CUP 2025

Sri Lanka and Maldives set for a twO-match showdown in Colombo

Football Sri Lanka (FSL) today officially launched the inaugural South Asian Super Cup 2025

at a media conference held at the Football House, Colombo, with the unveiling of the

championship trophy. The event, scheduled to take place at the Racecourse International

Stadium, Colombo, will see Sri Lanka and Maldives face off in a thrilling twO-match series on

6th and 9th September 2025, with both matches kicking off at 5.00 PM.

The South Asian Super Cup is the brainchild of Mr. Jaswar Umar, President of Football Sri

Lanka, introduced to sustain international football action in the region following the

postponement of the SAFF Championship to 2026. The tournament marks a new chapter for

South Asian football, offering players and fans a platform to experience high-intensity,

competitive matches.

Looking beyond 2025, the South Asian Super Cup will become an annual tournament,

expanding to feature more South Asian teams in a tournament format in the years ahead. This

year's edition, with Sri Lanka and Maldives competing in a two-match series, serves as the

launchpad for what will grow into a key fixture in the South Asian football calendar.

A Rivalry Renewed: Sri Lanka vs Maldives

The footballing history between Sri Lanka and the Maldives has been marked by passion, pride,

and closely fought battles.

• Sri Lanka – crowned SAFF Champions in 1995 and winners of the South Asian

Games Gold in 1991 and 1995 - has a rich footballing tradition.

Maldives - two-time SAFF Champions in 2008 and 2018- has grown into one of the

region's strongest teams, with football being the island nation's most loved sport.

Over the decades, matches between the two nations have produced nail-biting contests, often

decided by narrow margins. While the Maldives have had the upper hand in recent years, Sri

Lanka continues to view the encounters as benchmarks of progress and an opportunity to

reassert its footballing presence in South Asia.

The Super Cup therefore promises not only two games of football, but a continuation of a

historic rivalry one that embodies the passion of South Asian footbal and the shared pride of

two island nations.

Match Details

• Match 1: Saturday, 6 September 2025-5.00 PM, Racecourse International Stadium,

Colombo

• Match 2: Tuesday, 9 September 2025-5.00 PM, Racecourse International Stadium,

Colombo

Tickets and further information will be made available through Football Sri Lanka's official

platforms.

Quotes

Speaking at the launch, Mr. Jaswar Umar, President of Football Sri Lanka, said:

"The South Asian Super Cup is more than just a football competition – it is a symbol

of unity, pride, and sporting excellence in our region. Sri Lanka and Maldives share

a rich football ing rivalry, and we are proud to host these matches in Colombo. This

is the start of a new journey to elevate South Asian football, and in the future, the

tournament will bring together more teams in a true celebration of South Asia's

game."

About Football Sri Lanka

Football Sri Lanka (FSL) is the governing body for football in the country, dedicated to

developing, promoting, and elevating the sport across all levels. Through national and

international competitions, youth development, and grassroots initiatives, FSL strives to inspire

the next generation of footballers and fans.