Controversy, professionalism concerns, and accusations of arbitrariness continue to surround Peter Butler, head coach of the Bangladesh women’s national football team. The British coach, who led the team to a second consecutive SAFF Women’s Championship title, has faced open dissent from 18 players. Although intervention by the Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) temporarily eased tensions, five […]

When the curtain fell on the SAFF Under-19 Women’s Championship in Pokhara the day before yesterday, the Bangladesh team’s dressing room was heavy with disappointment. A lacklustre performance in the final had cost them the title, leaving a bitter taste for players and coaches alike. Yet amid that despondency, one figure shone brightly: Alpi Akter. […]