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BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Tuesday said Bangladesh’s long-awaited football victory over India has rekindled a renewed sense of hope and unity across the nation.
In a post on his verified Facebook page, he wrote, “After 22 years, Bangladesh's victory against India today (Tuesday) on the football pitch reminded us all what we can achieve with discipline, unity, and belief.”
Tarique said Morsalin’s early goal and the team’s relentless spirit have reignited hope in millions of hearts about the future of sports for the country.
He described the footballers as inspirations for the youth and ambassadors of Bangladesh’s sporting culture.
The BNP leader said the victory signals a brighter future for sports in the country, where talent must be nurtured and dreams supported.
“A brighter future for Bangladeshi sporting success awaits the nation, where talent is nurtured, dreams are supported, and our flag continues to rise higher,” he wrote.
Bangladesh defeated India 1-0 at the National Stadium today in their AFC Asian Cup qualifier, with Morsalin netting the decisive goal.