Yesterday, the venue was changed midway through the Bangladesh-Bhutan match. Today, SAFF has changed the venue of the tournament. Tomorrow and Saturday, four matches of the SAFF U-20 Women’s Tournament will be held at the practice ground of the Kings Arena.
In a statement this evening, SAFF said that considering the safety of the footballers, matches 7-10 will be held at the Kings Arena practice ground. SAFF has not made any announcement regarding matches 11 and 12 on July 21. As a result, the last two matches of the day may be held at the Kings Arena if the field conditions improve.
Although SAFF announced the change of venue for four matches in the statement, the BFF only announced the change of two matches tomorrow in its official statement. There is no gallery at the practice ground, so spectators will not be able to watch these matches. Therefore, the matches will be held without spectators.
Yesterday, the Bangladesh-Bhutan match was held in a hurry. Later, the Nepal-Sri Lanka match was also organized at the Kings Arena practice ground. Due to the practice ground, there was no press box or opportunity for journalists to sit. BFF will set up a temporary press box for tomorrow’s two matches. BFF has requested journalists to cooperate in the situation that arises.
After the renovation of the National Stadium, water will not accumulate on the field. If the matches were organized in this stadium, it would have been a relief for the spectators, media and even the federation. International matches are being held at the King’s Arena practice ground, but BFF could have arranged to bring the remaining games to the National Stadium after discussing with SAFF.
FAQ
Why were the matches of the SAFF U-20 Women’s Tournament moved to the practice ground?
The venue was changed due to safety concerns regarding the playing conditions at the original venue. SAFF wants to ensure player safety.
Which matches have been affected by the venue change?
Matches 7 to 10, scheduled for Friday and Saturday, will now be played at the Kings Arena practice ground.
Will the final matches also be played at the new venue?
SAFF has not confirmed the venue for matches 11 and 12 on July 21. A decision will depend on field conditions.
Can spectators watch the matches at the new venue?
No, the practice ground at Kings Arena does not have spectator galleries. Therefore, the matches will be held without any spectators.
