Suriname has achieved significant recognition in international football governance with two distinguished appointments to FIFA’s standing committees. Dayasankar Mathoera, President of the Surinamese Football Association (SVB), has been appointed to the Member Associations Committee, while SVB executive board member Wendy Deerveld has joined the FIFA Legal Committee.
These appointments position Suriname within the highest administrative echelons of global football governance. The selections form part of FIFA’s comprehensive framework comprising 29 Standing Committees designed to enhance policy development, oversight, and advisory functions across diverse operational domains. These committees fundamentally strengthen FIFA’s operational execution and deepen decision-making processes within the global football community.
The official plenary and group meetings recently convened in Doha, Qatar, alongside prestigious events including The Best Coach and The Best Player awards, followed by the Intercontinental Cup and Arab Cup finals.
Mathoera’s Member Associations Committee focuses on cultivating relationships between FIFA and its member associations, providing strategic guidance on development, governance, and support for national football organizations worldwide. Deerveld’s Legal Committee addresses critical judicial and regulatory matters, including dispute resolution, compliance frameworks, and statutory adherence by member associations and stakeholders.
In an exclusive statement, Mathoera emphasized that committee participation transcends mere recognition: “These appointments carry profound responsibility. The committees play pivotal roles in enhancing transparency, promoting good governance, and supporting member associations globally.” This representation enables Suriname to contribute meaningfully to football’s institutional development while strengthening its international sporting footprint.