Who introduced football to Burma during the colonial era?
James George Scott, a British colonial administrator, introduced football to Burma during the colonial era. The sport quickly became the most popular activity in the country.
Questions about Myanmar Football Federation
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When was the Burma Football Federation established and when did it join FIFA?
The Burma Football Federation was established in 1947 one year before independence from the United Kingdom. This organization joined FIFA in 1952 and entered the Asian Football Confederation two years later.
What were the major achievements of Myanmar national team between 1960s and early 1970s?
Burma stood alongside Iran and South Korea as a top Asian power during the 1960s and early 1970s. The national team won the Asian Games tournament twice, first in 1966 and again in 1970, while also finishing second in the 1968 Asian Cup tournament.
Why did rapid decline in football success begin for Myanmar in the mid-1970s?
Rapid decline in football success began in the mid-1970s following economic collapse. Political instability hindered development efforts throughout the decades that followed.
When did the MFF become an independent organization free of government control?
The MFF became an independent organization free of government control on the 3rd of March 2009. This change aligned with FIFA regulations requiring autonomous governance for member associations.
Who is the current Technical Director leading development efforts at the Myanmar Football Federation?
Current staff includes Technical Director Michael Feichtenbeiner and Team Coach Thet Thet Win leading development efforts. On the 31st of January 2020, the organization launched the FIFA Football for Schools project with support from the FIFA Foundation.