History of Oman Football Association in Timeline

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Oman Football Association

The Oman Football Association (OFA) is the governing body for football in Oman. Established in 1978, the OFA gained membership in both the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and FIFA in 1980. It oversees the development and regulation of football within Oman, including national teams and domestic leagues.

1942: Maqboul Club Founded

In 1942, the Maqboul Club, later known as the Oman Club, was founded as the first documented football club in the Sultanate.

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1978: Oman Football Association Founded

In 1978, the Oman Football Association was founded as the governing body of football in Oman.

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1978: Creation of the Omani Football Association

In 1978, the Omani Football Association was created, with Sayyid / Haitham bin Tariq Al Said as its first president.

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1980: Became Member of AFC and FIFA

In 1980, the Oman Football Association became a member of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and FIFA.

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1980: Joined the Asian Football Federation

In 1980, the Omani Football Association joined the Asian Football Federation.

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2010: Association Financed by Government

As of 2010, the Oman Football Association is 70%-financed by the government through the Ministry of Sports Affairs.

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November 2017: OFA Chosen to Organize FIFA Executive Football Summit

In November 2017, the OFA was chosen to organize the FIFA Executive Football Summit scheduled for February 2018.

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February 2018: FIFA Executive Football Summit

In February 2018, the FIFA Executive Football Summit was held.

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2020: Haitham bin Tariq Al Said Successor to Qaboos as Sultan

In 2020, Haitham bin Tariq Al Said, who was the first president of the Omani Football Association, became the successor to Qaboos as Sultan.

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