Bangladesh defeats Bhutan with ease.
Superstar Hamza Choudhury (6') and midfielder Sohel Rana (50') both scored goals to give Bangladesh a decisive win in the game, which was played in advance of their Asian Cup qualifying encounter against Singapore on June 10 at the same location.
Bangladesh appeared alert, eager, and in total control right away. They dominated possession, set the pace, and used assault after attack to force Bhutan deep into their own half.
After a well-practiced corner routine, the early breakthrough occurred. Bhutanese custodian Gyeltshen Zangpo, who was stationed beneath the bar, had little chance as captain Jamal Bhuyan floated a tease delivery and Hamza sent the ball in with a flawless towering header.
Hamza Choudhury, the top midfielder for Bangladesh, scored this goal to celebrate his home debut.
After a long 55 months, football made a comeback to the National Stadium. The cheers and slogans of the supporters filled the National Stadium gallery. There were waves of enthusiasm everywhere after Hamza Choudhury's first goal.
Bangladesh had possibilities to extend the lead in the remaining time after the first goal, but they were unable to take advantage of them. In the first half, captain Jamal Bhuyan also missed two scoring opportunities.
Bhutan also got chance to stage a fight back in the match in the 21st minute. Bhutanese midfielder Wangchuk, after taking control of the ball, darting down the danger zone but he found it difficult to carve open the Bangladesh defence when defender Topu Barman nullified the potential threat.
Back with narrow 1-0 lead, Bangladesh came to the field with more organized way and got the reap five minutes after the breather.
Midfielder Sohel Rana, the architect of the second goal, crashed in to the back of the net with a powerful left footer long range shot.
Despite a few late attempts by the Bhutan to salvage pride, Bangladesh backline remained resolute, wrapping up the assured performance.
Bhutan had a chance to reduce the margin in the injury time but custodian Mitul Marma brilliantly foiled substitute Jigme Namgyal's close range attempt.
Earlier, Hamza Choudhury and new comer Fahamedul Islam have been included in the playing eleven against Bhutan.
English Premier League footballer Hamza, who earlier made his debut for Bangladesh against India on 25 March in Shillong, debut for along with Fahamedul in the home soil.
Captain Jamal Bhuyan, who did not play against India in Shillong, wore an armband in today's friendly match.
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