Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has expressed his condolences to the people of Sri Lanka following Sunday's multiple deadly attacks.
In his message to Football Federation of Sri Lanka President Anura De Silva, Shaikh Salman said he was shocked to know of the blasts in Sri Lanka, which have caused many casualties.
"I am deeply saddened and shocked to learn of the heinous terrorist attacks earlier today in Sri Lanka that unfortunately resulted in the loss of so many valuable lives and injuries to hundreds."
The AFC President condemned the attacks in Colombo and extended his deepest sympathies to the families of the victims and injured.
"On behalf of the whole Asian football family, please accept my sincere condolences on these inhumane attacks.
"I would appreciate if you can please convey my heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families during this very difficult time, and I pray for the fast recovery of the injured. May the departed rest in peace."