November 14, 2026

Bangladesh frustrated by Pakistan in goalless first half of SAFF semifinal

The hosts have yet to turn their possession and attacking intent into a decisive opening

bdnews24.com News Service

Published : 14 Nov 2026, 09:44 PM

Updated : 14 Nov 2026, 09:43 PM

Bangladesh were unable to prise open Pakistan’s defence in the first half of their SAFF Championship semi-final, going into the break locked at 0-0 in Dhaka.

The hosts struggled to create a clear breakthrough against a resolute Pakistan side, leaving the contest finely poised with a place in the final at stake at the National Stadium in Dhaka on Saturday.

Hamza Choudhury and his teammates now have 45 minutes to find a way through and keep their title hopes alive.

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