Maldives Hosts Multiple International Sports Events in June 2026

In early June 2026, Maldives hosted the SAFF U-20 Championship (won by Bangladesh), AFC Asian Cup qualifiers (Maldives ended a three-year home win drought), and the CAVA Women's Volleyball Challenge Cup (won by Kyrgyzstan). Additionally, VAM President Latheef was elected AVC Vice President, and PSM organized a FIFA World Cup build-up event in Hulhumale'.

In early June 2026, Maldives hosted the SAFF U-20 Championship (won by Bangladesh), AFC Asian Cup qualifiers (Maldives ended a three-year home win drought), and the CAVA Women's Volleyball Challenge Cup (won by Kyrgyzstan). Additionally, VAM President Latheef was elected AVC Vice President, and PSM organized a FIFA World Cup build-up event in Hulhumale'.

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