Harare, (New Ziana) – The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) on Monday announced the suspension of matches organized by the Zimbabwe Football Federation for Amateur and Social Leagues (ZIFASOL).
ZIFA made it clear that ZIFASOL’s application for membership with it was not approved. “It has come to the association’s attention that ZIFASOL continues to organise football activities at the area zone level without the necessary authority. ZIFA reiterates that the organisation of area zone football is the exclusive mandate of ZIFA and its officially recognised members. No other entity is permitted to operate such structures outside the jurisdiction of the Association,” it said in a statement.
The suspension followed reports that ZIFASOL has been conducting football training courses without accreditation or approval from ZIFA. ZIFA added: “The public is advised that any football training or education programmes conducted by ZIFASOL are not recognised and are hereby declared null and void. In line with the statutes of the Association and to maintain the integrity and proper governance of football in Zimbabwe, ZIFA has directed the immediate suspension of all activities organised under the ZIFASOL banner.” It said the ZIFASOL activities constitute parallel administration of football, which is in direct violation of ZIFA regulations.
“All clubs and leagues previously affiliated with or participating in ZIFASOL competitions are directed to immediately align themselves with officially sanctioned ZIFA Area Zones structures. ZIFA remains committed to structured football development and calls on all stakeholders to uphold the regulatory framework of the beautiful game in Zimbabwe,” it said.
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