With nerves of steel and fire in her boots, Ritu Porna netted a sensational brace to lead Bangladesh’s women’s football team to a thrilling 2-1 win over Myanmar, putting the Tigresses within touching distance of AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 qualification — and a place in history.
The 23-year-old forward dazzled under the Yangon lights, scoring in the 18th and 74th minutes — both finishes showcasing her lethal instincts and ice-cold composure. Myanmar, desperate to stay alive in the qualifiers, pulled one back late, but Bangladesh held firm in the dying minutes.
🔥 It was a performance full of grit, heart, and belief — the kind of showing that defines a generation.
With this win, Bangladesh now lead their group and need just a draw in their final qualifier against Lebanon to punch their ticket to the final stage of the Asian Cup — an achievement they’ve never reached before.
🗣️ Coach Golam Rabbani Choton was beaming post-match:
“Ritu was phenomenal. This team is rewriting the story of women’s football in Bangladesh.”
Ritu Porna
📌 What’s Next?
Bangladesh vs Lebanon – The final showdown that could seal their place in Asia’s elite.
One point is all they need — one point to etch their names in the record books.
✨ From underdogs to history-makers — Bangladesh are on the rise, and Ritu Porna is leading the charge.
