Journalist
The rumour that Faruk Ahmed may resign started gaining traction shortly after midnight on Wednesday and has since been rapidly spreading. While it remains unofficial, recent reports in local media suggest that this speculation may soon become a formal announcement. Whether that happens or not is a matter of time, but one thing is clear—the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is in a state of turmoil, and that instability is reflecting on the field as well.
According to Transfermarkt.com, Inter Milan's squad value stands at €663.80 million, while Barcelona’s squad is valued at a staggering €1.02 billion. Yet it was the Italian side that marched into the UEFA Champions League final, defeating Barcelona. Squad value is often just a number—a notion that gets proven time and again. The latest edition of the Champions League confirmed that yet again. A similar story played out in domestic football, where traditional powerhouse Mohammedan SC defied the odds and outperformed expectations, throwing paper calculations out the window.
Barcelona, already Copa del Rey champions, have the chance to complete a domestic double with the league title. A win in El Clásico would stretch their lead to seven points, a gap that would be nearly impossible to close in the final three games. On the other hand, if Real Madrid win, the gap would narrow to a single point—setting up a nail-biting finish to the season.
Going by FIFA rankings, Bangladesh is at the bottom of Group ‘C’ in the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers. Yet, some believe they can rise from the depths—thanks to the presence of Hamza Choudhury. This footballing optimism seems to mirror the country’s cricketing aspirations. Before every major global tournament, the Tigers express their determination to do well, with some fans even dreaming of a semifinal berth! But in reality, they often bow out after defeats to lower-ranked teams. Perhaps this recurring disappointment stems from an overreliance on emotions rather than rational analysis.
As children, we often treated minor wounds by chewing Durba grass and applying it to the injury—a simple yet effective first-aid method. However, when a wound becomes infected and starts festering, mere first aid is no longer enough.
The charm of the past is no longer there—Abahani-Mohammedan now only exists as a skeleton of its once glorious legacy! Despite this situation, there are still some supporters who continue to follow the two popular clubs and keep themselves updated. Mazed Hossain Tutul, a resident of Azimpur, is one such person. Despite his busy schedule, he stays informed about Abahani's progress and, when time permits, enjoys conversations with friends, reminiscing about the club's glorious footballing past. Abahani's die-hard fans have been under pressure in recent seasons. The dominance of Bashundhara Kings on the field has overshadowed their beloved club. This pressure comes from watching Abahani's fading brilliance on the pitch.