DHAKA, 12 March 2025 (BSS) – The Bangladesh national football team, currently undergoing a conditioning camp in Taif, is set to play a friendly match against Al Wehdat Football Club of Taif in the early hours of tomorrow (Thursday) as part of their preparations for the AFC Asian Cup qualifier against India.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 1:30 AM (Bangladesh time).
Bangladesh national team manager Amer Khan, in a video message on Wednesday, confirmed the friendly match, stating that the team is making adjustments to its preparation plans.
“Since the originally planned friendly match against Sudan could not take place, the team has opted to play against Al Wehdat Football Club. Among the available local selections, this club is currently involved in competitive football, making it a suitable opponent for the practice match,” he explained.
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Bangladesh’s participation in the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers is crucial as the team seeks to improve its international standing. The friendly match will provide valuable match fitness and tactical adjustments ahead of the important clash against India.
Al Wehdat Football Club, known for its competitive edge, is expected to offer a challenging test for the Bangladesh squad. The coaching staff will likely use this match to assess players’ performances and fine-tune their strategies.
The Bangladesh Football Federation has been actively working on strengthening the national team’s preparations by arranging international exposure and quality training camps. Fans will be eagerly awaiting updates from the friendly match as Bangladesh builds momentum for the AFC Asian Cup campaign.