Sheikh Russel beats Abahani to reach Independence Cup final

Sheikh Russel Krira Chakra Limited qualified for the Bashundhara Group Independence Cup final by defeating Abahani Limited 3-2 at the Bir Shrestha Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium in Munshiganj on Wednesday. Sheikh Russel emerged as the first unbeaten Group A champions after drawing 1-1 against Fortis FC, before defeating Bangladesh Navy (2-0) and Mohammedan SC […]

America’s loss to Iran in World Cup match under the shadow of political tension

A Qatari official said ahead of the match that officials would ensure all matches were “safe and welcoming for all spectators”. Items that “could increase tension and risk the safety of fans” would not be allowed. Gulf Arab monarchies, including Qatar, do not tolerate domestic dissent and protests are rare in the region. Outside the […]

Pakistan foreign minister meets Afghan Taliban amid border concerns

“Several bilateral issues of common interest including education, health, trade and investment, regional connectivity, people-to-people contact and cooperation in socioeconomic projects were discussed,” Pakistan’s Foreign Office said in a statement. A statement from Afghanistan’s foreign ministry said Muttaki also raised the issue of expediting trade and transit and facilities for travelers between the two countries, […]