Question
General Knowledge Question on Sports
Which of the following two countries will jointly host the South Asian Football Championship in 2007?
A
Bangladesh and Pakistan
B
Maldives and SriLanka
C
India and Nepal
D
SriLanka and Pakistan
Answer
Maldives and SriLanka
Explanation
Solution
The South Asian Football Championship (SAFF Championship) is a biennial tournament organized by the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) for national teams in South Asia.
The tournament began in 1993 as the SAARC Gold Cup and was later renamed to SAFF Championship in 2008. It has developed into the premier football competition in South Asia.
The correct option is (B): Maldives and SriLanka