Print Date: September 1, 2026 ||
Publish Date: August 24, 2026
Brazil Keen to Play International Friendly Against Bangladesh in Dhaka
Sports Desk ||
Five-time world champions
Brazil have expressed strong interest in playing an international friendly
against Bangladesh in Dhaka during their October tour of India.If the proposal goes ahead,
the Selecao could face Bangladesh on October 6.A five-member Brazilian
delegation recently visited Dhaka to assess the feasibility of the proposed
match. During the visit, the delegation inspected the National Stadium and
Bashundhara Kings Arena and held a courtesy meeting and preliminary discussions
with Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) president Tabith Awal.FIFA's international window
is scheduled from September 19 to October 6. Brazil are due to play two
friendlies in Australia on September 25 and 29 before travelling to Kolkata for
a match against a local side or India on October 3.With Dhaka relatively close
to Kolkata, the Brazilian delegation has proposed extending the trip to include
a friendly against Bangladesh on October 6.However, the proposal
presents several challenges for the BFF. Bangladesh are scheduled to compete in
the FIFA ASEAN Cup in Indonesia from September 24 to October 4. The national
team could play four matches in the tournament and is expected to return home
on October 3 or 4.Playing Brazil just two days
later could raise concerns over player fatigue and injury risks. The BFF will
therefore have to consider the physical condition and preparation of the
national team before making a decision.There is also a question over
FIFA recognition. Under the rules, a team can play a maximum of four matches
during an international window. If Bangladesh play four matches in the ASEAN
Cup, the proposed October 6 fixture against Brazil may not receive official
FIFA status.Financial considerations are
another factor. Brazil are expected to travel with a large contingent of around
90 people and reportedly plan to fly to Dubai via Dhaka on a chartered flight.
The BFF would have to cover the charter flight and other associated costs.The proposed fixture would be
a major opportunity for Bangladesh football, but scheduling, player fitness,
FIFA recognition and financial commitments will all have to be weighed
carefully.The match will only be
finalised after further discussions and an official announcement from both
sides.
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