The result, following a similar strong showing against a much higher-ranked Indonesia in the series opener, provides a timely boost for Peter Butler’s side ahead of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers in June–July
The women in red and green impressed in their tournament opener, holding much higher-ranked Indonesia (94th) to a goalless draw on Saturday. The spirited performance from Bangladesh, ranked 133rd, drew praise from both their captain and head coach.
Bangladesh will next face a steeper challenge against Jordan, ranked 74, on June 3 at the same venue.
BFF's women’s team squad post became a surprising hotspot for ticket-related complaints.
At the heart of the current issue lies a broader question: What kind of culture does BFF want to foster?
The Bangladeshi quartet accounted for 25 of the 28 goals between them in a staggering display of dominance at the Samtse Artificial Turf.
Unless reconciliation happens -- unless Butler and the BFF work to reintegrate the veterans and unify the squad -- Bangladesh could head into the Asian qualifiers at risk of squandering hard-won momentum.
Always keeping one eye on the bigger picture, Ritu believes the future of women’s football in South Asia is brighter than ever.
As part of their build-up to the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers, Bangladesh will face Jordan and Indonesia in a tri-nation FIFA friendly series in Amman on May 31 and June 3.
The result, following a similar strong showing against a much higher-ranked Indonesia in the series opener, provides a timely boost for Peter Butler’s side ahead of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers in June–July
The women in red and green impressed in their tournament opener, holding much higher-ranked Indonesia (94th) to a goalless draw on Saturday. The spirited performance from Bangladesh, ranked 133rd, drew praise from both their captain and head coach.
Bangladesh will next face a steeper challenge against Jordan, ranked 74, on June 3 at the same venue.
BFF's women’s team squad post became a surprising hotspot for ticket-related complaints.
At the heart of the current issue lies a broader question: What kind of culture does BFF want to foster?
The Bangladeshi quartet accounted for 25 of the 28 goals between them in a staggering display of dominance at the Samtse Artificial Turf.
Unless reconciliation happens -- unless Butler and the BFF work to reintegrate the veterans and unify the squad -- Bangladesh could head into the Asian qualifiers at risk of squandering hard-won momentum.
Always keeping one eye on the bigger picture, Ritu believes the future of women’s football in South Asia is brighter than ever.
As part of their build-up to the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers, Bangladesh will face Jordan and Indonesia in a tri-nation FIFA friendly series in Amman on May 31 and June 3.
A revamped format for the tournament’s 21st edition has opened the door for Bangladesh's long-awaited debut in the competition.
