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Bangladesh placed with Sri Lanka, Bhutan in SAFF Championship group
The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Championship is returning to Bangladesh after eight years. The draw for the 15th edition of the tournament was held on Saturday (August 1) in Thimphu, Bhutan.
Liton returns to squad for first Test against Australia after recovering from injury
Wicketkeeper-batter Liton Kumar Das has made a swift recovery from a calf muscle injury to rejoin the Bangladesh squad for the first Test against Australia. Initially expected to return only for the second Test, his positive rehabilitation progress has led the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) to include him in the squad for the series opener in Darwin starting August 13.
Kazi Salahuddin re-elected SAFF president unopposed for fifth consecutive term
Despite stepping down from the presidency of the Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF), Kazi Salahuddin will remain at the helm of the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) as he was re-elected for a fifth consecutive term, unopposed.
FIFA backs down on controversial World Cup commercial rights plan after global revolt
FIFA has abandoned a controversial proposal to sell a stake in the commercial rights of the FIFA World Cup following fierce opposition from football governing bodies, threats of a European boycott and growing dissent within its own leadership.
FIFA begins formal review of 64-team World Cup proposal
FIFA has taken a formal step toward evaluating a major expansion of the FIFA World Cup, launching a comprehensive feasibility study into increasing the tournament from 48 to 64 teams for the 2030 centenary edition.
Infantino's adviser resigns in protest over World Cup 'sale' plan
FIFA President Gianni Infantino's senior adviser, Carlos Cordeiro, resigned on Friday in protest against the plan to sell a stake in the commercial rights of FIFA's World Cup to private investors. He described the proposal as a "bad deal" for football .
BCB in talks with government to host India series
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has initiated communication with the government to resolve uncertainties surrounding the hosting of the ODI and T20I series against the Indian cricket team, scheduled for late August. BCB President Tamim Iqbal has taken the initiative to seek government-level cooperation to ensure the series is held as planned.
Sign new deal or be sold: Real Madrid's ultimatum to Vinicius
Real Madrid have taken a firm stance amid uncertainty over Vinicius Junior's future. According to Spanish media outlet Marca, the club has left two paths open for the Brazilian star — either sign a new contract and stay, or be put up for sale this summer.
After Europe, Asia also says no to World Cup 'sale' plan
FIFA President Gianni Infantino's ambitious plan is facing an escalating crisis of opposition. After Europe and the Concacaf region, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has now publicly opposed the proposal to sell commercial rights to the World Cup and other FIFA tournaments, making its approval increasingly unlikely.
Casemiro, Danilo set to retire from Brazil national team
Veteran Brazil stars Casemiro and Danilo set to retire from international football, according to Head coach Carlo Ancelotti.