Bangladesh football

Firebrand Cabrera wants more victories

The Bangladesh Football Ultras cheered on the team right through the match and serenaded them on their way out of the Bashundhara Kings Stadium, where Javier Cabrera’s charges had just snatched a deserved victory in stoppage time, thanks to a late goal from substitute midfielder Papon Singh.

Tabith Awal's leadership promises BFF reform

Former footballer-turned-organiser Tabith expectedly won the elections with a landslide victory over unheralded organiser AFM Mizanur Rahman Chowdhury by 123-5 votes, as 128 voters out of 133 delegates cast their votes to elect a new committee for the next four years, from 2024 to 2028.

U-17s aim to overcome India challenge

win against India would all but secure Bangladesh's place in the semifinals from Group A, which also includes Maldives.

Bangladesh slip to 186 in FIFA rankings

The top ten positions remain unchanged, with Argentina leading the pack, followed by France, Spain, England, Brazil, Belgium, the Netherlands, Portugal, Colombia, and Italy.

Domestic football / Pre-season limited to 5 weeks

The season is set to commence on October 11 with the one-off Challenge Cup match at Bashundhara Kings Arena, and it will be followed by the beginning of the Federation Cup and BPL on October 15 and 18, respectively.

Will season begin after BFF elections? Clubs eagerly await Saturday's meeting

The country’s 2024-25 football season was originally scheduled to get underway today with the lone match of the newly introduced Challenge Cup, but the recent changes in the country’s political scene deferred the season’s opening by three weeks, with a tentative start date of October 4.

Cabrera happy with 'lucky' win in Thimphu

The Spaniard took heart from the fact that his team came out with a victory despite not being in the best of shape and having to deal with the high altitude of Thimphu.

Booters begin practice ahead of Bhutan friendlies 

Bangladesh national football team began their preparation for the two FIFA friendly matches against Bhutan this month in Thimphu today. They will be facing the hosts on September 5 and 8, respectively.

U-20 SAFF triumph dedicated to student-led movement martyrs and flood victims

In an enthralling final at the ANFA complex in Lalitpur, the boys in Red and Green beat Nepal 4-1 to clinch their maiden trophy in the regional youth championship in their sixth attempt.

August 22, 2024
August 22, 2024

Fumble proves costly as U-20s fall to Nepal

However, Maruful remains optimistic about going all the way in the tournament.

August 20, 2024
August 20, 2024

U-20s set sights on semis in SAFF opener

Bangladesh are still seeking their first title in this competition.

August 15, 2024
August 15, 2024

U-20s eye elusive SAFF trophy

In previous five editions, Bangladesh had to be content with finishing second three times.

August 13, 2024
August 13, 2024

Salahuddin 'not resigning', will seek fifth term

Salahuddin also alleged that the Ultras' demands are motivated by vested interest.

August 11, 2024
August 11, 2024

Tipu doubts progress despite leadership change calls

Tipu also addressed the inadequate facilities in football, reflecting a lack of proper planning and concern from the relevant authorities.

August 9, 2024
August 9, 2024

Sabina, Maria excited for WCL journey

Four key Bangladesh players are set to gain valuable experience ahead of SAFF Women's Championship in October.

August 8, 2024
August 8, 2024

Swadhin Bangla Football Team organiser Patel passes away

Patel had been battling cancer for the past year.

July 4, 2024
July 4, 2024

Bruzon, Kings ‘amicably’ split after six successful seasons

The Spaniard was successful in the domestic circuit, winning a total of 11 trophies since the Kings started their journey in the professional football league in the 2018-19 season.

July 2, 2024
July 2, 2024

Problem-plagued Arambagh return to football after three years

The 2017-18 Independence Cup champions aim to rebuild their image and stay in the country’s football scene for a long time.

June 14, 2024
June 14, 2024

‘Approach and attitude’: Booters’ bright takeaways

The Bangladesh contingent returned home from Qatar yesterday following their World Cup 2026 Qualifiers campaign.