Tahura Khatun and Shamsunnahar Junior are regular faces of the Bangladesh national women’s football team. Both have scored many goals for Bangladesh. This is the first time they will play for a foreign club. Tahura-Shamsunnahar left today (Monday) morning to play for Royal Thimphu College in Bhutan.
This Bhutanese club played in the AFC Women’s Champions League last year. This time too, they will play in the AFC tournament. As a result, Tahura and Shamsunnahar are likely to play in the AFC tournament. Last time, the club could not play Bangladesh captain Sabina Khatun due to registration complications.
Sabina Khatun, Rituparna Chakma, Monica Chakma and Matsushima Sumaiya are playing for Paro FC. Then Maria Manda, Sanjida Khatun, Masura Parveen, Rupana Chakma and Shamsunnahar Senior went to play for Transport and Thimphu FC. With the departure of two today, the number of Bangladeshi women footballers in the Bhutan league has reached 12.
Bangladesh will play in the Asian Cup in March. Bhutan’s women’s league will continue until November. After that, the SAFF women’s club tournament is scheduled to take place again. It remains to be seen how the BFF will prepare for the national team amid the busy schedule of domestic and foreign clubs.
FAQ
Who is Shamsunnahar Jr.?
Shamsunnahar Jr. is a talented Bangladeshi women’s footballer known for her speed, skill, and strong performances in domestic and international matches.
What is Royal Thimphu College?
Royal Thimphu College is a private college in Bhutan, which also fields sports teams that compete in national and regional tournaments, including football.
What is significant about her joining Royal Thimphu College?
This move allows Shamsunnahar Jr. to gain international exposure and could pave the way for her to compete in higher-level tournaments like the AFC (Asian Football Confederation) competitions.
Will she play in the AFC Tournament?
There is a strong possibility that she may be included in the squad representing the college or its associated club in an upcoming AFC tournament, depending on selection and eligibility.
