Angry Figo parts ways with Premier Futsal, calls it "complete failure"

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Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : May 29 2018 | 8:00 PM IST

An irate Luis Figo has parted ways with Premier Futsal, calling the five-a-side tournament a "complete failure" while slamming the organisers for "continuous breach of obligations" towards the legendary Portuguese footballer and other players involved in the project.

As president of Premier Futsal, Figo has been involved with the multi-city tournament since its first edition in 2016.

"I would like to announce that I am no longer the Honourary President of Premier Futsal, having ceased my relationship with Premier Futsal Management (P) Limited," legendary former Portugal skipper said in a statement.

"After two years of intense collaboration, I have decided to leave the project having in mind the complete failure of their representatives and and officers to fulfill the agreement and, most important, for their continuous breach of their obligations towards me and other players involved in the project," he added.

The former Real Madrid 'galactico', who was part of the famed Galcticos, said Premier Futsal has lost its way.

"Premier Futsal has completely lost its path to move forward and to fulfil its obligations towards those who worked and delivered on the project," Figo said.

"Nevertheless, I wish to reaffirm my continuing support for the long term development of the game of the futsal."
"Figo is aware of all of the above and the reasons behind it, and he's been kept informed completely. He's been engaged for over two years as president and we've honoured all obligations including his quarterly salaries during this period except the final payment delay."

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First Published: May 29 2018 | 8:00 PM IST

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