Former Nepal coach Krishna Thapa has announced his candidacy for ANFA president.

Thapa organized a press meet in Pokhara to announce his candidacy.

"I am filing candidacy for the betterment of Nepalese football", said Thapa.

Former ANFA CEO Indraman Tuladhar has already announced his candidacy. Current ANFA president Narendra Shrestha, VP Mani Kunwar and former VP Karma Tsering Sherpa are expected to vie for the post.

Central election is scheduled on Chaitra 14, 2074 (March 28, 2018).