The Bengal Tigresses roared in Yangon Wednesday night, defeating hosts Myanmar 2-1 in a thrilling AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifier that now puts them on the brink of something monumental — their first-ever qualification to the Asian Cup final stage.
💥 Sabina Khatun, the captain and talisman, fired the first shot in the 34th minute, finishing off a beautiful team move with precision and class. The hosts struck back early in the second half through Win Theingi Tun, but Bangladesh weren’t done.
🎯 Cue Maria Manda — the midfield maestro unleashed a rocket from 25 yards out in the 78th minute that left Myanmar’s keeper frozen and the stadium silenced.
This wasn’t just a win. It was a statement.
🗣️ Head coach Golam Rabbani Choton couldn’t hold back his pride:
“They believed. They fought. And now we’re just one match away from rewriting history.”
Bangladesh now top their group, needing only a draw in their final match against Lebanon to seal the deal. One match. One point. One dream.
🔥 Asian Cup 2026 — are you ready for Bangladesh?
