In a surprising turn of events, the All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) has announced that the ticketing rights for the SAFF Championship have been handed over to Mount Everest sports & events, but all ticket sales have been suspended until further notice.

Mount Everest sports & events have assigned Khalti digi wallet for ticket sales.

ANFA has urged fans not to purchase tickets for the final match from any platform, citing concerns over the number of tickets sold exceeding the stadium's capacity. The association revealed that the ticketing rights holder had breached the agreed-upon limits, prompting this drastic measure.

In light of these developments, ANFA is now set to take over ticket sales directly. Fans are encouraged to stay tuned for further updates on ticket availability and purchasing options as the situation unfolds.

ANFA Vice President Dawa Lama has revealed to GoalNepal that a total of 16,000 tickets were sold for the general admission area, exceeding the stadium's seating capacity of 11,000. Additionally, 4,000 tickets were sold in the VIP section, which has a limit of 2,000.

Lama emphasized that ensuring the safety of the audience is a top priority, which is why ANFA has made the decision to suspend ticket sales. This move aims to address the overcrowding issue and uphold the safety standards for all fans attending the SAFF Championship.

CEO of Mount Everest sports & events, Thamman Bhusal didn't pick up a call.

This announcement has left many fans in confusion, raising questions about the integrity of the ticketing process and the overall management of the tournament. Stay with GoalNepal for the latest updates on this developing story.