Kuwait Football Association board resigns over World Cup qualifier mismanagement
The entire Kuwait Football Association (KFA) board has stepped down following severe mismanagement during a FIFA World Cup qualifier match against Iraq. The decision was prompted by an investigation into ticketing and logistical issues that plagued the game at the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium. "The board members of the Kuwait Football Association tendered resignations en masse," reported KUNA, Kuwait's official news agency, citing a statement from KFA.
KFA accepts resignations of secretary-general and PR head
In addition to the board's resignation, the KFA has also accepted the departures of its secretary-general, Salah al-Qanai, and public relations head, Mohamed Bou Abbas. Both of them had been suspended since Wednesday due to what the association termed as "unacceptable events." The resignations come in the wake of severe criticism over poor management during a crucial World Cup qualifier match.
Fans suffered in extreme heat during match
The mismanagement during the World Cup qualifier led to fans enduring extreme heat for hours. Some supporters collapsed in temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius as they desperately sought water from staff members. Additionally, there were reports of fans without tickets being permitted to watch the match, while others who had purchased tickets were denied entry.
