INDIAN FOOTBALL REFEREES ASSOCIATION (IFRA)

IFRA Managing Committee 2011-12

2011-07-27T06:35:00.000-07:00

IFRA-KUWAIT ELECT NEW MANAGING COMMITTEE

The Indian Football Referees Association-Kuwait (IFRA) recently conducted their annual general body meeting at Royal Terrace Restaurant (Salmiya), and former India international and ex-Salgaocar player

Mr. Sarto Baptista was re-elected for the 7th consecutive term as Hon. President.

The other office bearers elected were: Junifer Rodrigues (Vice President), Francis Fernandes (Gen. Secretary), Jose Afonso (Treasurer), Alvaro Dias, A. Mubarak Yusuf, Christopher Fernandes, Dayanand Sharma, Julio Cardoso, Milagris Crasto, Philip Ferrao, Tiago Fernandes (members) and Amaldo Fernandes (auditor).

About IFRA: ‘No Man is an Island’. We - expatriate migrants - are destined to chase the rainbow of overnight success in life. This pursuit has distanced us from the lush green and simple environs of our homeland to the lonesome living under the shadows of our synthetic dreams. Despite burning complexities of emotional unrest and poignant agonies of expatriate life here, unity of our love for football is bringing us together and sub serving us to explore emotional and mental anchor in Football, Particularly ‘Refereeing’.

We are, Indian Football Referee's Association (IFRA)– Kuwait. IFRA was formed on 5th December 1980 by the Late International FIFA Referee, J.P. D'Mello and other members: A.E. D’Souza, Junnifer Rodrigues, Agnelo Fernandes (Sheikh), Peter Monteiro, Domnic Monserate and Tony Gonsalves.

Late J.P. D’Mello was also the founder of Kuwait Indian Football Federation and in his fond remembrance, the KIFF League is conducted.

http://www.ifra.in/

IFRA 30 Years Celebration Football Tournament

2011-01-24T05:04:00.000-08:00

IFRA 30 Years Celebration Football Tournament
AVC, Goa Boys move ahead

The inaugural matches of the Indian Football Referees Association (IFRA’s) 30th year celebration tournament held on Friday, 21 January 2011 at the artificial turf Baladayi Grounds, Salmiya, Kuwait. The tournament was declared open by Kuwait’s popular social worker Gaspar Almeida who was called in as the chief guest in recognition of his long-standing support and dedication towards the promotion of football, sports and cultural activities in Kuwait among the Indian community. Before the commencement of the matches, a minute silence at the referees whistle was observed in memory of Joaquim Pillay (Jackie) who played for DHL Team as a goal-keeper and left for his heavenly abode that same afternoon in Goa following a tragic accident and also in fond rememberance of a young talented Konkani stage artistes Rosary Ferns who died on 12th January. The first match between AVC and Rawda Challengers had the full time score decided at 3 goals to one in favour of AVC. Malvy Fernandes, Kevin Vaz and Majed scored in the 7th, 44th and 50th minutes while Rawda Challengers through Abbas Kallingal managed to score for his team in the 53rd minute. AVC’s Malvy Fernandes was declared the man of the match. Interestingly the sponsors of the IFRA tournament the popular Salem Al Mubarak based “Sports Mania” in Salmiya has been graciously generous to present an individual award for all the 16 matches of the tournament to 16 promising footballers. The line-up of AVC had among its teams the likes of Brauhio Rodrigues, Vincy Pereira, Custodio Castana, Francisco Fernandes, Ronnie Fernandes, Kevin Vaz, Francisco Rodrigues, Majed, Malvy Fernandes, Anthony Rodrigues and Nicolas Fernandes with substitutes: Peter Crasto and Alvaro Dias. The Rawda Challengers gave a good fight, but were unsuccessful in their few attempts to net the ball. The Rawda Challengers team comprised of Bineesh Pathyil, Joaquim Xavier Rebello, Shafi Kalathi, Rajesh Gopal, 08 Mujeeb Nandiparombil (Haroon Rashed Melepoolamannil, Sakkeer Plakootayil, Noushad Veettvanchery (Faisal Kampakkayalappil), Abbas Kallingal, Ubad Bava Panchili (Firosghon Nadathalath), Rafeeq Panampurdkkol, and Alfred Fernandes with substitutes: Haroon Rashed Melepoolamannil, Firosghon Nadathalath, and Faisal Kampakkayalappil. A large crowd of spectators had a good feel of the match with live commentary by a young Indian, with DJ music to keep the tempo. The matches were officiated by the IFRA referee John Philip Ferrao, and ably assisted by Dayanand Sharma, Yusuf Mubarak, and the fourth Official: Jose Cajetan Afonso. The ball possession was AVC 60% and Rawda Challengers 40% while attempts on target recorded was AVC 5 and Rwda Challengers 3. Attempts that went off target for AVC 3 and Rawda Challengers 2. Corners: AVC 4, Rawda Challengers 3. Fouls were AVC 3, and Rawda Challengers 5. Overall the inaugural match was enjoyable and satisfied the die-hard football lovers who braved the strong and chilly winds of the evening. The second Game between Goa Boys and Veterans United interestingly displayed good team work and end goalless at half time. In the 47th minute of the second half, Martin Gomes got the first goal of the match, and in the following eleventh minutes, Mingal Fernandes took the score to 2:0. IFRA’s senior officials had a tough time to declare the man of the match award and finally had to decide upon Martin Gomes. The line up for GOA Boys included Malvin Fernandes, Martin Gomes, Sebasteao Oliveiro, Teo Fernandes, Godwin Fernandes, G. Kumar Ramesh, Xavier Costa (Christy Manzies), Hemant Kumar, Mingal Fernandes, Somin Goakar, and Alfred Pires. The Veterans United captained by Bernaldo Fernandes had on its side Merwyn Fernandes, Edward Dias (Damodar), Anthony F. Furtado, Dhuvesh Naik, Bernard Fernandes (Kevin), Steven Fernandes (Desmond Vaz), Colin Figueria, Stephen Fernandes, Adolf D'Souza and Michael Godinho. The match officials were IFRA Referee C.O. John, Assistant Referees Milagris Baretto and Alvaro Dias with the fourth official as Jose Cajetan Afonso. The statistics for the match were: Ball Possession: GOA Boys 52% versus Veterans United 48% while the attempts on targets were GOA Boys 4 and Veterans United 3. Attempts off target were recorded as GOA Boys 2, with Veterans United 3 and corner kicks awarded were GOA Boys 2 and Veterans United 3. With discipline as the main focus of this IFRA’s 30th anniversary celebratory tournament, Fouls booked for GOA Boys 4 and Veterans United 3. . The competition is organized under the slogan "Football for Friendship and Coexistence". Over the last three decades, IFRA has been instrumental in promoting football in Kuwait and have officiated matches for various nationalities football tournaments and festivals. Founded on 5th December 1980 by founder members Late J.P. D’Mello (FIFA Referee), A.E. D’Souza, Junnifer Rodrigues, (Sheikh) Agnelo Fernandes, Peter Monteiro, Domnic Monserate and Tony Gonsalves. Late J.D. D’Mello was also the founder of Kuwait Indian Football Federation, in whose member the KIFF League in conducted. Among the active IFRA members include Sarto Baptista (President), C.O. John, Richard Anthony, Diago Rebello, Milagris Crasto, Julio Cardoso, Tony D’Costa, Philip Ferrao, Midas Fernandes, D. Sharma, Tiago Fernandes, Alvaro Dias, Francisco Fernandes, Vincy Pereira, Micheal Dias, Yusuf Mubarak, Simon Anthony, Godfrey Aguair, Molvit Mascarehas, Thomas Carvalho, Stephen D’Souza, Christopher Fernandes, and Milagris Baretto. The Draw held at Don Bosco (IEAS) premises was well attended by representatives and managers of the participating teams and was ably conducted by Christopher Fernandes and Sarto Baptista. IFRA conducts regular classes for new recruits and refresher classes for active Members, thereby keeping abreast of the latest FIFA rules and regulations and presents video and personal coaching updates with slide and video presentations as well as providing FIFA literature and material to their members. Football lovers will witness a display of sportsman spirit and enjoyable matches during the entire tournament. The participating teams to be looked forward to, apart from those who have now moved to the next position, are: Goa Maroons, Fahaheel Brothers, DHL Express, Q8 Lanka United, Rising Stars, St. Anthony Colva, Thai XI, Bangladesh XI, Indian Strikers, Hawalli Boys, Don Bosco Oratory and Real Betalbatim. Prizes include Winners Team Trophy + Individual Trophies, Runners-Up Team Trophy + Individual Trophies, 3rd and 4th Places Teams Trophies + individual Gifts, in addition to other Surprises. The next tournament matches scheduled for January 28, 2011 are: Indian Strikers v/s Hawalli Boys at 3:00 p.m. and the second match between DHL Express and Q8 Lanka United will have all the ingredients to be a not-to-be-missed affair. The matches commences sharp at 3:00 p.m. and continue in flood lights through the evening. For more info, please call Sarto Baptista Tel: 99774635 and or Chris Fernandes Tel: 99738635 Email: skybrandon@yahoo.com

[Photos attached].

IFRA 30 Years Celebrations in Kuwait

2011-01-17T21:32:00.000-08:00

Indian Football Referees Association - Kuwait present 30 Years Celebration Soccer Draw. Football lovers will witness a display of sportsman spirit and enjoyable matches during the entire tournament. The participating teams are: Goa Maroons, Fahaheel Brothers, DHL Express, Q8 Lanka United, Rising Stars, St. Anthony Colva, AVC, Rawda Challengers, Thai XI, Bangladesh XI, Goa Boys, Veterans United, Indian Strikers, Hawalli Boys, Don Bosco Oratory and Real Betalbatim.

Prizes include Winners Team Trophy + Individual Trophies, Runners-Up Team Trophy + Individual Trophies, 3rd and 4th Places Teams Trophies + individual Gifts, in addition to other Surprises. The tournament commences from January 21, 2011 and Games on day One are: (1) AVC v/s Rawda Challengers (3:00 pm) and (2)- GOA Boys v/s Veterans United (4:15 pm) at the Baladiya Grounds, Salmiya.

IFRA, Kuwait wishes all the participating teams the best of luck. The competition is organized under the slogan "Football for Friendship and Coexistence". Over the last three decades, IFRA has been instrumental in promoting football in Kuwait and have officiated matches for various nationalities. Founded on 5th December 1980 by founder members Late J.P. D’Mello (FIFA Referee), A.E. D’Souza, Junnifer Rodrigues, (Sheikh) Agnelo Fernandes, Peter Monteiro, Domnic Monserate and Tony Gonsalves. Late J.D. D’Mello was also the founder of Kuwait Indian Football Federation, in whose member the KIFF League in conducted.

Among the active IFRA members include Sarto Baptista (President), C.O. John, Richard Anthony, Diago Rebello, Milagris Crasto, Julio Cardoso, Tony D’Costa, Philip Ferrao, Midas Fernandes, D. Sharma, Tiago Fernandes, Alvaro Dias, Francisco Fernandes, Vincy Pereira, Micheal Dias, Yusuf Mubarak, Simon Anthony, Godfrey Aguair, Molvit Mascarehas, Thomas Carvalho, Stephen D’Souza, Christopher Fernandes, and Milagris Baretto.

The Draw held at Don Bosco (IEAS) premises was well attended by representatives and managers of the participating teams and was ably conducted by Christopher Fernandes and Sarto Baptista.

IFRA conducts regular classes for new recruits and refresher classes for active Members, thereby keeping abreast of the latest FIFA rules and regulations.

http://www.indiansinkuwait.com/ShowArticle.aspx?ID=9089&SECTION=13

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Football for Friendship and Coexistence - IFRA soccer tournament

2010-12-11T21:54:00.001-08:00

Football for Friendship and Coexistence - IFRA soccer tournament

Indian Football Referee Association (IFRA) - Kuwait, would like to cordially and officially invite your clubs to participate in our 11 A Side 'Knock out' soccer tournament. The competition is organized under the slogan "Football for Friendship and Coexistence" promoting soccer on the auspicious occasion of IFRA completing 30 years. Matches will be held from January 15, 2011 at the Baladiya Grounds - Salmiya in the evenings from 4:00 pm onwards. Entries open to all Asian soccer clubs. Contact Sarto 99774635 or Sharma 99515340

IFRA to officiate Gulf-Goans Cup 2010 in Dubai

2010-09-05T21:56:00.000-07:00

IFRA (Indian Football Referees Association) the only registered Indian referees body in Kuwait have been appointed to officiate the prestigious Gulf Goans Cup 2010 being organized in Dubai by AVC-Kuwait in association with Festa Entertainments -Dubai.

The IFRA officials will leave for Dubai on the 9th of September 2010 for the 7 a side soccer tournament to be held on the 10th of September 2010 from 9:00am onwards at the famous Iranian Stadium in Karama, Dubai.

It is a special honour for IFRA to be considered for officiating such an important overseas tournament which will have 24 teams from all over the Middle East participating.

News source:
www.goa-world.com

IFRA Managing Committee for the Year 2010-2011.

2010-07-22T07:36:00.000-07:00

IFRA Managing Committee for the Year 2010-2011.

At the 29th Annual General Body Meeting of the Association, held on Friday 10-07-09, at the Winner’s Restaurant, Salmiya, the following were elected as Office Bearers and Members of the Managing Committee for the year 2010-2011.

Sarto Baptista President 24313964x336-25611621
C.O. John Vice-President 66274017
Junifer M. Rodrigues Hon. Secretary 24346666x1381-25633261
Francis Fernandes Hon. Treasurer 22971017x297-66858245
Milagris Crasto Member 99280385
D. Sharma Member 99515340
Midas Fernandes Member 97870108
Alvaro Dias Member 66134061
Philip Ferrao Member 99793812
Christopher Fernandes Member 99738635
Michael Dias Hon. Auditor 97734412

Photographer:
Augusto Fernandes

Media coverage by www.goa-world.com

Links:
http://www.kuwaitsamachar.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=48181:ifra-managing-committee-for-the-year-2010-2011&catid=114:associations&Itemid=390

IFRA

2009-08-01T03:49:00.001-07:00

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Football Referee's Coaching Classes in Kuwait

2009-08-01T03:42:00.000-07:00

Football Referee’s Coaching Classes

Football Referees’ Coaching Classes for New Recruits and Refresher Classes for Active Members will be conducted by the Indian Football Referees’ Association (IFRA) Kuwait from 31st July 2009 at the Indian Public School, Salmiya from 9.30 a.m onwards.

All new candidates desiring to qualify as Football Referees are requested to contact Mr. Sarto Baptista on Tel: 25611621 (after 6 p.m.), Mr. Junifer Rodrigues on Tel: 25633261 (after 5 p.m.) and also Mr. C.O. John on 66274017 (Mangaf/Fahaheel/Ahmadi Area) for more information.

ABOUT IFRA:
IFRA was founded in the year 1980 by the late FIFA Referee, Mr. J.P. D’Mello who was also instrumental in the formation of KIFF in 1984. IFRA is an Independent Body and not a subordinate of any Federation nor affiliated to any Club/Federation in Kuwait. It is the only Association in Kuwait which conducts Coaching Classes for Football Referees by experienced Qualified Referees amongst Expatriates and is registered with the Indian Embassy since 1981. For Indian Football Referees’ Association – Kuwait J. Rodrigues, Hon. Secretary.

Sarto Baptista re-elected IFRA President for 6th Term

2009-08-01T03:37:00.000-07:00

Sarto Baptista re-elected IFRA President for 6th Term

Former India International and Ex-Salgaocar player Sarto Baptista along with one of the IFRA founders in 1980, Junifer Rodrigues were re-elected for a sixth consecutive term as Hon. President and Hon. Secretary respectively of the Indian Football Referees’ Association (IFRA) Kuwait, at its 28th Annual General Body Meeting held on 10th July 2009 at the Indian Public School, Salmiya.

The other Office Bearers are:C.O.John Hon. Vice PresidentFrancis Fernandes Hon. TreasurerChristopher Fernandes Hon. AuditorMembers: Diego Rebello, Milagris Crasto, Midas Fernandes, Yusuf Mubarak, Philip Ferrao, and Alvaro Dias.

ABOUT IFRA:

IFRA was founded in the year 1980 by the late Goan FIFA Referee, Mr. J.P. D’Mello who was also instrumental in the formation of KIFF in 1984. IFRA is an Independent Body and not a subordinate of any Federation nor affiliated to any Club/Federation in Kuwait. It is the only Association in Kuwait which conducts Coaching and Refresher Classes for Football Referees by experienced Qualified Referees amongst Expatriates and is registered with the Indian Embassy since 1981. The IFRA strength of qualified referees is 25, out of which 23 attended the recently held 28th annual general body meeting (AGM), two members being out of Kuwait at that time. For over 25 years, IFRA has immensely contributed towards the upliftment and support of football activities among the expatriates in Kuwait. For more info call- Tel: 25633261

http://www.kuwaitsamachar.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=21264:sarto-baptista-re-elected-ifra-president-for-6th-term&catid=114:associations&Itemid=390

Sarto re-elected IFRA president for 6th term

2009-08-01T03:34:00.000-07:00

Sarto re-elected IFRA president for 6th term

HERALD SPORTS DESK
Panjim, JULY 30, 2009

Former India international and ex-Salgaocar Sarto Baptista along with Junifer Rodrigues were re-elected for the sixth consecutive term as president and secretary respectively of Indian Football Referees’ Association (IFRA), Kuwait, at its 28th annual general body meeting held on July 10 at the Indian Public School, Salmiya, Kuwait.The other office bearers are: C O John (vice-president); Francis Fernandes (treasurer); Christopher Fernandes (auditor); Diego Rebello, Milagris Crasto, Midas Fernandes, Yusuf Mubarak, Philip Ferrao, and Alvaro Dias (members).IFRA was founded in 1980 by late Goan FIFA referee, J P D’Mello who was also instrumental in the formation of KIFF in 1984. IFRA is an independent body and not a subordinate of any federation nor affiliated to any club/federation in Kuwait. It is the only association in Kuwait which conducts coaching and refresher classes for football referees by experienced and qualified referees amongst expatriates, and is registered with the Indian Embassy since 1981.

Best wishes to new IFRA managing committee 2009-2010

2009-07-29T22:01:00.000-07:00

(Photo courtesy: IFRA)

29 July 2009

Football Referee’s Coaching & Refresher Classes in Kuwait

2009-07-29T03:51:00.000-07:00

Football Referee’s Coaching Classes

Football Referees’ Coaching Classes for New Recruits and Refresher Classes for Active Members will be conducted by the Indian Football Referees’ Association (IFRA) Kuwait from 31st July 2009 at the Indian Public School, Salmiya from 9.30 a.m onwards.

All new candidates desiring to qualify as Football Referees are requested to contact Mr. Sarto Baptista on Tel: 25611621 (after 6 p.m.), Mr. Junifer Rodrigues on Tel: 25633261 (after 5 p.m.) and also Mr. C.O. John on 66274017 (Mangaf/Fahaheel/Ahmadi Area) for more information.

ABOUT IFRA:
IFRA was founded in the year 1980 by the late FIFA Referee, Mr. J.P. D’Mello who was also instrumental in the formation of KIFF in 1984. IFRA is an Independent Body and not a subordinate of any Federation nor affiliated to any Club/Federation in Kuwait. It is the only Association in Kuwait which conducts Coaching Classes for Football Referees by experienced Qualified Referees amongst Expatriates and is registered with the Indian Embassy since 1981.

For Indian Football Referees’ Association – Kuwait
J. Rodrigues
Hon. Secretary

LINKS:
http://www.goa-world.com/goa/sports/ifra.htm

Sarto Baptista re-elected IFRA President for 6th Term

2009-07-29T02:28:00.001-07:00

Sarto Baptista re-elected IFRA President for 6th Term

Former India International and Ex-Salgaocar player Sarto Baptista along with one of the founders of IFRA in 1980, Junifer Rodrigues were re-elected for a sixth consecutive term as Hon. President and Hon. Secretary of the Indian Football Referees’ Association (IFRA) Kuwait, at its 28th Annual General Body Meeting held on 10th July 2009 at the Indian Public School, Salmiya.
The other Office Bearers are:
C.O.John Hon. Vice President
Francis Fernandes Hon. Treasurer
Christopher Fernandes Hon. Auditor
Members:
Diego Rebello
Milagris Crasto
Midas Fernandes
Yusuf Mubarak
Philip Ferrao, and
Alvaro Dias.

Goa-World.com Team wishes IFRA's new managing committee all the very best.
With sports salutations.

C. Gaspar Almeida
Moderator, Gulf-Goans e-Newsletter (since 1994)

29 July 2009

IFRA-Kuwait 28th Annual General Body Meeting & Thanksgiving Mass

2009-07-29T02:19:00.001-07:00

IFRA-Kuwait 28th Annual General Body Meeting & Thanksgiving Mass

The 28th Annual General Body Meeting of the Indian Football Referees’ Association (IFRA) – Kuwait, will be held on Friday, 10th July, 2009 at 9.30 a.m. at the Indian Public School, Salmiya and will be preceeded by the Thanksgiving Mass at 8.30 a.m. the same day at the St. Thereze Church, Salmiya. All members are requested to be present.

Junifer Rodrigues, Hon. Secretary
Email: jjuunnyy@yahoo.com

Indian Football Referee’s Association – Kuwait

(As documented by gaspar almeida)

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Photo by: Augusto Fernandes
[afernsvideo@hotmail.com]

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PATRICK SANTIMINO MEMORIAL
7-A-SIDE FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT

JULIO CARDOSO DECLARED MAN OF THE MATCH
URRAK CROWNED CHAMPIONS

Kuwait: The glittering Patrick Santimino Memorial 7-a-side trophy was lifted by “URRAK” when they overcame DHL 3-2 via tie-breaker in the final of the 2nd edition of this prestigious tournament organized under the umbrella of Salmiya Friends Community and played at the Salmiya Grounds in memory of late Patrick Santimino a well known sports personality in Kuwait. The tournament was played on the first day of Eid and officiated by IFRA (Indian Football Referees Association).

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/gulf-goans/message/21889
Oct 28, 2008
(Report in Gulf-Goans e-Newsletter)

Some links to IFRA activities in Kuwait

2009-07-26T06:04:00.000-07:00

KUWAIT INDIAN FOOTBALL FEDERATION (KIFF) COMMENCES NEW SEASON

Kuwait Indian Football Federation – Kuwait (KIFF) is all set to get the ball rolling for season 2008-09 on 7th November 2008 at the Salmiya Baladiya Football Stadium in Salmiya, Kuwait. This year being the 25th year of the Federation's existence, the famous KIFF league for the J.P. D'Mello Memorial Trophy will be opened with a unique opening ceremony on the inaugural day of the league.

In spite of all odds and speculations the dynamic members of the KIFF Managing Committee for 2008-09 were instrumental in reallocating the games on a green pitch very much to the demand and appreciation of the football loving fans thus fulfilling the long cherished dream of every player to showcase their talent. The committed senior and founder members of the Federation supported strongly in unison to make this dream a reality.

This year the Federation boasts of 18 competitive teams which will play the full league divided in two groups with the top two teams from each group qualifying for the semifinals.

The KIFF Managing Committee fpr the 2008-09 season comprises of:
President - B.M Viegas (UGC), Vice-President Xavier Furtado (AVC-Kuwait),
General Secretary - Fidelis Fernandes (Kuwait Goan Association),
Sports Secretary - Derrick Gomindes (Rising Stars),
Treasurer – Shyam Kumar (Kerala Challengers),
Registrar – Michael Fernandes (GOA),
Asst. Sports Secretary – P.A Tony (Fahaheel Bros),
P.R.O. Jack Fernandes (Curtorcares United) and
Executive Member Bernard Fernandes (Navelim Youth Centre)

The KIFF Managing Committee has decided to start the games at 7.00 am sharp without any minute delay very much in line with the international laws some of which are applicable in this season and all affiliates are made aware of this in agreement with the Federation. All the Presidents of the clubs/associations/teams are officially invited to participate in this opening event and provide added boost to the KIFF Managing Committee.

It may be noted that Kuwait Indian Football Federation – Kuwait is the one and only Indian federation in the whole of Gulf region which has annual affiliate registration of the players and conduct the games in line with FIFA guidelines in addition to its own enacted laws as per its constitution. It is registered with Indian Embassy in Kuwait.

The games scheduled on the first day (7th November 2008) are
Navelim Youth Centre v/s Don Bosco at 7:00 am
and
CRC Chinchinim v/s Santos United at 8:30 am.

The matches will be officiated by INDIAN FOOTBALL REFEREES' ASSOCIATION (IFRA).

{Forwarded and published by gaspar almeida for Gulf-Goans e-Newsletter on November 06, 2008 under caption [Gulf Goans] KUWAIT INDIAN FOOTBALL FEDERATION (KIFF) COMMENCES NEW SEASON }

A brief on IFRA - Indian Football Referees' Association

2009-07-25T06:26:00.001-07:00

The Indian Football Referees' Association (IFRA)
P.O. Box 341, 15454 Dasman, Kuwait
President: A.E. D'Souza
Vice President: Peter S. Monteiro
Gen. Secretary: Diago F. Rebello
Treasurer: Sabino A. Anes
Contact person: A.E. D'Souza - Tel: 2409253/4
Peter S. Monteiro - Tel: 4316956 (R)
Diego F. Rebello - Tel: 5715906 (O)
Sabino A. Anes - Tel: 2422091 (O) / 2662071 (R)
Organizes coach/training classes for new referees as well as updates members on new rules of FIFA, etc.

(Managing Committee Year 1998)

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Indian Football Referees Association (IFRA) in Kuwait
THE INDIAN FOOTBALL REFEREES ASSOCIATION -KUWAIT
P.O.BOX 341, 15454 DASMAN-KUWAIT
TEL: 25633261 Email: jjuunnyy@yahoo.com

This association was formed on December 5, 1980, by a group of Seven-7 expatriate Indians, qualified as referee and the members of Bombay and Goa Referees' Associations, later called as, the Founder Members, with the blessings of The Kuwait Football Association.
The Association was then headed by (late) Mr. Jerome Pascoal D'Mello, (popularly known in India and Kuwait as J.P). Ex-FIFA Referee and Member of Asian Football Confederation Referees Committee and Ex-Hon. Secretary and member of
Bombay Referees' Association, as President, until his departure to India in 1986. Mr. D'Mello, who lived in Andheri East, Bombay, left for his heavenly abode in 1994.

He was succeeded by Vice-President, Mr. Dominic Monserrate, a member of Goa Football Referees' Association, for a brief period as President in 1987.

Mr. Apolinaris Ejechial D'souza, a member of Bombay Referees' Association since 1964, and the Founder Hon. Secretary from 1980 to 1986, a Member of the Board of Examiners from its inception, took over the reigns of the Association, as President and Chairman of the Board of Examiners in March 1988. The association Trains and Recruits new Referees, as its members, who provide services for the supervision of
Football matches for both Indian and other Expatriate Tournament Organizers since 1980.

The association which provided its services form 1980 to various Tournament Organizers prior to the formation of The Kuwait Indian Football Federation (K.I.F.F.) in 1984, which now controls all Expatriates Indians Football activities at the Al-Sour Ground at Kuwait City, also provides its services to KIFF to supervise its Four (4) Regular, Five(5) 7-A-Side and Oner 9-A-Side Non-Regular
Tournaments and the J.P. Memorial Rolling Trophy -KIFF League. Every to others since 1998, such as, the tournaments organized by the United Malayalee Organization, (a group of 13 Indian Malayalee Associations in Kuwait), Biman Bangladesh Tournament-Organized by Biman Bangladesh Airlines-Kuwait and Expatriate League-Organized by Expatriate European/Arabs in Kuwait.

Despite opposition from some political mined members of KIFF the association, under the able leadership and expert guidance of Mr. D'souza, since 1988, the strength of the Association gradually has increased, which is now raised to Thirty-30 members of whom Nineteen-19 are Active Referees. The Examination Sub-Committee, consisting of Mr. D'souza, Chairman, with Members, Mr. Diego Rebello Vice President and Mr. Peter Monteiro Hon. Secretary, regularly conducts two(2) Refreshers and Coaching classes yearly for the benefit of the members and new recruits. The association aims at recruiting and training a good number of players to qualify as referees, which is supported by many players attending the said course for qualification. the Examination sub-Committee conducts its Annual Examinations for its members, during the month of August each year.

I.F.R.A. is the only Recognized and Registered Expatriate Qualified Football Referees' body in Kuwait, being Registered with the Indian Embassy in Kuwait. The Football Association and The Referees' Association - U.K., who provide/supply with the "Laws of the Game"/Refrees Charts and other necessary referees' accessories.
The Bombay Referees' Association, provides the association members with the "Soccer Magazine" and other relevant information of latest changes of the Laws of the Game, etc. The Certificates issued by IFRA to its members are recognized in India, by all State Referees' Associations. (Source)http://www.goa-world.net/sports/

http://www.goa-world.com/goa/sports/
- As documented by Gaspar Almeida in 1994.

Links to IFRA activities as reported in Gulf-Goans e-Newsletter (since 1994)
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/gulf-goans/msearch?query=IFRA&charset=windows-1252