“Key Priorities for the Development of Football in Bangladesh – Part 1” - The

Mohammad Asaduzzaman Faruque:With the recent resurgence of football in Bangladesh, a coordinated approach is crucial to ensure sustainable growth. Development should focus on infrastructure, planning, opportunities, and professionalism. The key priorities are:A) Infrastructure Development: Standard stadiums and training centers in every division and district.Modern gyms, medical, and recovery facilities.Regular training access at age-group academies.B) Grassroots and Age-Group Leagues regularly arrange U-13, U-15 and U-17 aged. School, college, and university-level competitions tournaments. Local talent identification programs.C) Coaching and Technical Expertise: Opportunities for local coaches to earn international licenses (AFC/UEFA).Development of local coaches with foreign mentorship. Appointment of professional fitness coaches, goalkeeping coaches, and technical directors.D) Strengthening Professional Leagues: Regular and high-quality Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) and Championship League. Financial and administrative...