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They don't contradict each other. NZF didn't action it because the person wasn't contactable, and thus the FIFA system wasn't complete. All NZF have to do is tick a box and hit submit.
I don't the argument that it was a long weekend. Professional sport is a 24/7 operation. The press guy doesn't get weekend's off. Either does the competition manager. NZF should have someone on call for transfer, especially in the week leading up to end of transfer period.
Why don't we just sublet the management of NZ football matters to Vanuatu Football Federation?
On the plus side:
1 - they understand the FIFA rules;
2 - they work hard (can send a fax overnight, even if they are away from their offices);
3- they might be cheaper per hour.