Hamza Choudhury arrives in Bangladesh to a hero’s welcome ahead of his debut for the national team in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers against India. His family accompanied him, and the Bangladesh team is gearing up for the match with hopes of breaking past trends against India.
Hamza Choudhury, a midfielder for Sheffield United, recently arrived at Sylhet airport, receiving a warm welcome from fans and media. His arrival is historic for Bangladesh football as he prepares for his debut in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers against India, scheduled for March 25 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Shillong.
Prior to his trip to Bangladesh, Choudhury competed in the Sheffield Derby, playing a full 90 minutes and contributing to Sheffield United’s 1-0 victory over Sheffield Wednesday. This match took place in the EFL Championship, where Rhian Brewster scored the winning goal.
Accompanying Hamza were his mother, wife, and children, as well as his two brothers. His father had previously arrived to make preparation arrangements. Hamza will stay at his ancestral home in Bahubal, Habiganj, before heading to Dhaka for further engagements on Tuesday night.
The Bangladesh national team, currently practicing in Taif, Saudi Arabia, is set to arrive in Dhaka on Tuesday. Choudhury will participate in a press conference on Wednesday, following a photo opportunity with the team, and join a training session with head coach Javier Cabrera.
At 27 years old, Choudhury is on loan from Leicester City to Sheffield United, with his contract ending on May 21. Bangladesh’s team is preparing to travel to Shillong on March 20, earlier than planned to acclimate to the weather, given the significance of their match against India.
Shillong is excited to host its first international football match, with additional attention on the return of Indian star Sunil Chhetri. The anticipation around Choudhury’s inclusion adds to the excitement of this clash, especially since historical matches show India has struggled against Bangladesh, achieving only one win in their last four encounters. Choudhury’s skills as a versatile midfielder are expected to enhance Bangladesh’s performance against India on March 25.
Hamza Choudhury’s arrival marks a pivotal moment for Bangladesh football as the team prepares for the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers. His participation is eagerly anticipated, especially in light of historical competitive records against India. With the Bangladesh national team ramping up preparations, expectations remain high for Choudhury to impact the game positively.
Original Source: revsportz.in
