Bangladesh women’s U-20 football coach Peter Butler has set his sights on learning rather than lamenting, as his side prepares for a challenging encounter against South Korea in their final Group H fixture of the AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers this Sunday.
With qualification hopes already out of reach, Butler views the clash as a golden opportunity for his players to test themselves against one of Asia’s elite teams.
🗣 “Matches like these are about growth. South Korea are a strong side, and facing them will give us insights into the level we need to reach,” Butler said ahead of the match.
📊 Bangladesh in Group H so far:
Matches Played: 2
Wins: 0
Goals Scored: 1
Goals Conceded: 5
Facing a technically sharp and physically dominant Korean squad, Bangladesh will need to combine discipline in defence with quick counter-attacks to keep the game competitive.
⚽ Why This Matters
For a developing football nation, such fixtures serve as a reality check and a blueprint for improvement. Win or lose, Butler believes his side will emerge mentally stronger and tactically smarter.
The game kicks off on Sunday evening, with the Bangladesh camp hoping the scoreboard will matter less than the lessons learned.
