The SAFF Under-17 Football Tournament will begin in Sri Lanka tomorrow, Monday (September 15). The seven-nation tournament will be held at the Race Course Ground in Colombo. On the first day, Nepal will face hosts Sri Lanka in Group A. The other team in the same group is Bangladesh.
At a SAFF press conference held in Colombo on Sunday, Bangladesh captain Nazmul Huda Faisal said, “We practiced hard for seven weeks before coming. We are fit in every way. No one is injured. I respect all my opponents. We will enter the field with respect for Nepal in the first match.” Coach Golam Rabbani Choton also looks at the opposing teams with respect, “I respect all the teams. My boys are also ready to fight. The first match is against Nepal. The opponent is strong. I believe the audience will enjoy this match.”
Bangladesh went to Colombo to win the title in this tournament. The captain wants to return with the trophy, “It is sad that despite coming close again and again, we are not able to win the final. I feel bad when I think about it. This is my last Under-17 Championship, I will try to return with the title this time.”
The red and green boys will play their first match against Nepal on Thursday. Bangladesh will play their last match in the group against host Sri Lanka on September 21. There are four teams in the other group. The top four teams from both groups will play in the semi-finals.
FAQ
When does the SAFF U-17 Championship 2025 begin?
The SAFF U-17 Championship begins on Monday, September 15, 2025, in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Where will the tournament be played?
The matches will be held at the Race Course Ground in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Which teams are in Bangladesh’s group?
Bangladesh is in Group A, along with Nepal and hosts Sri Lanka.
Who is the captain of Bangladesh’s U-17 team?
Nazmul Huda Faisal is leading the Bangladesh U-17 team in this tournament.
Who is the head coach of the Bangladesh U-17 side?
Golam Rabbani Choton is the head coach of Bangladesh’s U-17 team.
