The DFB has renewed its cooperation with the AFC to improve football standards in Asia for the next four years. This partnership will focus on coaching, youth development, and integrity in the sport. DFB President Grindel and AFC President Khalifa both expressed their commitment to advancing football collaboratively.
On February 28, the German Football Association (DFB) announced its commitment to enhance cooperation with the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), headquartered in Kuala Lumpur. This partnership aims to elevate the standards of professional football across Asia over the next four years.
The renewed agreement builds upon the initial 2013 memorandum of understanding, which focused on management exchanges and the implementation of best practices. These areas include coaching methodologies, mentoring initiatives, grassroots and youth development, as well as marketing and IT strategies.
Over the past two decades, the DFB has successfully transformed German football and is poised to share its expertise, assisting the AFC in improving various technical aspects vital for governance and integrity.
DFB President Reinhard Grindel expressed optimism about the collaboration, stating, “The DFB is happy to work with the AFC to benefit the sport of football throughout Europe and Asia.” He emphasized cooperation in critical aspects such as coach education and match-fixing prevention.
AFC President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa acknowledged DFB’s contribution to the development of football, both on and off the field. He remarked that the memorandum of understanding serves as a crucial foundation towards achieving the AFC’s broader vision and objectives.
The DFB is extending its cooperation with the AFC, marking a significant development in Asian football. Through shared expertise, the partnership will focus on various aspects, including coach education and governance, aiming to enhance the sport’s standards across the continent. The renewed memorandum highlights the importance of collaboration in achieving football development goals.
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