Bangladesh
Bangladesh aim for vital win against Hong Kong
Bangladesh will be desperate to secure all three points and keep their qualification hopes alive when they face Hong Kong, China in a crucial Asian Cup encounter tonight. The match kicks off at 8:00pm at the National Stadium in Dhaka.
9 October 2025, 03:02 AM
Hamza would not find a place in Hong Kong's starting XI!
Hong Kong, China head coach Ashley Westwood made headlines during Wednesday's pre-match press conference ahead of their Asian Cup Qualifiers clash against Bangladesh, suggesting he would likely bench Leicester City midfielder Hamza Choudhury if he were in his own squad.
8 October 2025, 14:08 PM
Hong Kong players ready for Bangladesh challenge
Mahama Awal, a Cameroonian-born naturalised forward for Hong Kong, China, is expecting a tough challenge from Bangladesh in front of a packed National Stadium in Dhaka on October 9.
7 October 2025, 02:00 AM
Hamza arrives today as Cabrera grapples with injuries
Bangladesh head coach Javier Cabrera remains "absolutely convinced" that his side can secure all three points in their upcoming home fixture against Hong Kong, China in the Asian Cup Qualifiers -- despite a growing injury list.
6 October 2025, 03:00 AM
Saff to launch futsal championship next year
The South Asian Football Federation (Saff) is set to host its first-ever SAFF Futsal Championship for both men and women from January 13–26, 2026, in Thailand, said a press release from the regional football body on Sunday.
5 October 2025, 10:46 AM
Learning the target, not qualification
The Bangladesh under-17 women's football team will depart for the UAE on Sunday morning for two preparatory matches against Syria and UAE before heading to Jordan for the AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers.
5 October 2025, 03:00 AM
Malinga's high praise, Marufa says 'Many thanks, Legend'
Bangladesh pacer Marufa Akter made an unforgettable impact in the ICC Women’s World Cup with a fiery opening spell against Pakistan that left cricket fans and legends alike singing her praises.
3 October 2025, 09:29 AM
‘All must prove themselves’ for Hong Kong contest
Bangladesh are aiming for a clean slate in their Asian Cup Qualifiers third round tie against Hong Kong, China with players stressing the need for focus, discipline, and execution.
1 October 2025, 08:09 AM
Bangladesh to host Pakistan hockey team for qualifying series in November
The Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) on Tuesday confirmed the schedule of a best of three-match series between Bangladesh and Pakistan, with the winners earning a place in the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers.
30 September 2025, 14:59 PM
Litton apologises to fans over team's Asia Cup performance
Bangladesh captain Litton Das has apologised to fans after the team fell short of their Asia Cup 2025 target, admitting it was heartbreaking to miss the last two games through injury.
30 September 2025, 08:30 AM
Under-17s to begin AFC Cup Qualifiers preps on Oct 3
The Bangladesh team will begin preparations for the upcoming AFC U-17 Asian Cup Qualifiers on October 3 at the Shams Ul Huda Academy in Jashore.
28 September 2025, 14:58 PM
Soumya returns in Jaker-led Bangladesh team for Afghan T20Is
Soumya Sarkar was named in the Bangladesh T20I squad to face Afghanistan in a three-match T20I series in UAE next week, the left-handed batter’s first inclusion in the shortest format since December last year.
28 September 2025, 11:21 AM
U-17s fall at final shootout
Bangladesh came from behind twice, including a dramatic stoppage-time equaliser, but ultimately fell 4-1 to India in a penalty shootout in the final of the SAFF Under-17 Championship at the Race Course Ground in Colombo on Saturday.
27 September 2025, 14:51 PM
Can Bangladesh end India jinx?
Bangladesh will look to break their title when they come up against India in the final of SAFF U-17 Championship at the Racecourse International Stadium in Colombo on Saturday.
26 September 2025, 17:30 PM
Tigers to stay back in UAE
Bangladesh's Asia Cup campaign ended with a defeat to Pakistan in the virtual semifinal on Thursday. However, the team will not be returning home now. Just a few days later, a bilateral series against Afghanistan will begin in the UAE.
26 September 2025, 16:30 PM
Pakistan stand between Bangladesh and final
Bangladesh are aiming to play high-pressing football against a physically strong Pakistan side in the semifinals of the SAFF Under-17 Championship, set to take place on Thursday at the Racecourse International Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
24 September 2025, 13:48 PM
Bumrah unlikely to be rested for the rest of Asia Cup matches
India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate said pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is unlikely to be rested for the remainder of the Asia Cup despite a two-match home Test series against the West Indies starting early next month.
24 September 2025, 06:32 AM
‘Notun Kuri’ auditions begin tomorrow across Bangladesh
Bangladesh Television’s iconic talent hunt programme “Notun Kuri”, South Asia’s first-ever reality show, is kicking off its latest auditions to discover young performers across the country.
23 September 2025, 09:17 AM
Every team has the ability to beat India: Simmons
In the Asia Cup, India’s dominant form has made it look like all the other teams are lagging far behind. But Bangladesh’s head coach, Phil Simmons, thinks differently. He believes every team in the tournament has the ability to beat India, and Bangladesh are no exception.
23 September 2025, 08:51 AM
Federation Cup kicks off today with promise of intense competition
The curtain rises today on the Federation Cup at two different venues, promising a competitive tournament as mid-table teams have bolstered their squads by signing players from the SAARC region to close the gap in local talent.
23 September 2025, 04:00 AM