Bangladesh Storms into SAFF U-20 Semis with 2-0 Win over Sri Lanka

First Group A Match

In their first Group A match at the SAFF U-20 Championship, Bangladesh emerged victorious, defeating Sri Lanka 2-0.

Bangladesh's triumph was secured through goals from Mahdi Hasan Opu in the 28th minute and Mohammad Fahim in the 54th minute.

Throughout the match, Bangladesh displayed superior control, maintaining possession and creating scoring opportunities.

Sri Lanka, on the other hand, struggled to gain momentum and create clear-cut chances, ultimately failing to find the back of the net.

With this victory, Bangladesh has advanced to the semifinals of the SAFF U-20 Championship.

The SAFF U-20 Championship is a biennial international tournament for under-20 football teams from South Asian countries.

This is Bangladesh's first semifinal appearance in the SAFF U-20 Championship.

Bangladesh will face the winner of Group B in the semifinals, while Sri Lanka will play in the classification matches.