Md. Asaduzzaman, widely known in the sports world as a professional boxing promoter, recently surprised everyone by announcing his venture into football organization. He initially promised to bring Brazilβs World Cup-winning captain Cafu to Dhaka and later added Argentine star Canizia to the event lineup. However, it has now emerged that neither of the football legends will attend, leaving fans and the media disappointed.
On the day of the press conference, journalists repeatedly asked Cafu for confirmation, and he initially reassured them. Yet, yesterday he admitted:
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The organizers had set high ticket prices for the anticipated presence of Cafu and Canizia, raising concerns in the football community that the event was being used as a business venture rather than a genuine sporting celebration.
Mismanagement and Journalist Harassment Overshadow Event
The ongoing tri-nation series featuring teams from Brazil, Argentina, and Bangladesh has been marred by poor organization. A match between Bangladesh’s Rising Stars and an Argentine club ended in chaos when a journalist was physically attacked by security personnel assigned by the organizers.
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In response, the National Sports Council suspended the venue allocation for the December 11 match, citing multiple violations, including poor management and journalist harassment. They also demanded that organizers submit a full accounting of ticket sales, sponsorship funds, and publicity revenues, along with 50 percent of the collected money, by 4 pm.
Questions Over Use of National Logos and Betting Risks Cafu
Although the teams were formed from lower-level clubs in Brazil and Argentina, the online broadcasts prominently displayed the logos and names of the national teams. The amateur match attracted over a million live viewers, prompting concerns that the event could be exploited for online betting purposes.
The use of the National Stadium for amateur competitions has also raised eyebrows, especially since traditional Bangladeshi teams often struggle to secure venues, and events like the Asian Archery Championship have had to be relocated mid-tournament. The Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) is now under scrutiny for approving the series and forming an age-based team for the event.
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