Bangladesh Women’s Football Team Honoured

The Bangladesh women’s football team has carved a historic milestone for the nation, achieving a landmark victory on the international stage. On 25 January, at the Nonthaburi Stadium in Thailand, the team triumphed in the SAFF Women’s Futsal Championship 2026 final, defeating a strong Maldives side 14–2 to lift the championship trophy. This extraordinary achievement marks a new chapter in the country’s sporting history and has firmly established Bangladesh as a rising power in women’s football.

In recognition of this remarkable accomplishment, Everest Pharmaceuticals Limited hosted a formal felicitation ceremony on Tuesday, 3 February, at its head office in Tejgaon. The event celebrated the players’ and officials’ exceptional dedication, highlighting their contribution to national pride.

The ceremony was attended by all members of the Bangladesh women’s football team, including players, coaching staff, and team officials. Senior executives from Everest Pharmaceuticals were also present, including the Managing Director, Chief Operating Officer, Director of Human Resources, and Director of the Manufacturing Unit.

During the event, speakers emphasised the significance of the team’s achievement. They stated that Bangladesh’s female athletes have proven their ability not only to excel domestically but also to bring international acclaim to the nation. The speakers added that this historic victory would serve as an inspiration for the next generation of sportswomen across the country.

Everest Pharmaceuticals has long championed initiatives that support both health and sports development. Over the past eight years, the company has actively contributed to social welfare and sports advancement, celebrating and encouraging achievements in the national sporting arena.

The team’s performance in the championship was particularly outstanding, with a dominant display in the final match. The following table summarises the key statistics from the decisive match:

The emphatic victory not only secured the championship but also showcased the tactical skill, determination, and cohesion of the Bangladeshi players. Observers noted that the team’s attacking strategy and disciplined defence were instrumental in achieving such a commanding scoreline.

Officials and speakers at the ceremony hailed the triumph as a shining milestone for Bangladeshi sport and expressed optimism for continued international success. They called upon the young generation of athletes to draw inspiration from the team’s dedication and performance.

As the nation celebrates this historic accomplishment, the Bangladesh women’s football team has set a new benchmark for excellence, demonstrating that with talent, perseverance, and support, Bangladeshi athletes can compete—and win—at the highest levels internationally.