Bangladesh is all set to reach the finals of the Women's SAFF Championship. Bangladesh played in the final after defeating Bhutan 8-0 in the semi-finals of the last season. This time they also got that Bhutan in the last four. The match will be played at Dasharath Stadium in Kathmandu tomorrow Sunday at quarter past two.
Bhutan stopped Nepal in the group stage on the way to the semi-finals. Besides, they have given 13 goals in the net of Maldives. Sri Lanka also did not care about the mountainous country.
So, Bangladesh, who are looking for another title, are very careful. However, British coach Peter Butler, who is confident of defeating Bhutan, said, 'Sabina may miss the next match. But not only him, any footballer can miss. I will see the matter from my place. I have to be realistic. I have two plans 'A' and 'B'. If she (Sabina) doesn't play, Munki Akhter, Monika, Sagarika will play. I have options. We will enter the field to win.'
Coach is cautious about Bhutan, 'Bhutan has nothing to fear. The opponent is strong, I know that. They are a strong team, I will play with that in mind. Their goalkeeper is very good. Man of the match. We will come down with the best preparation.'
Maria Manda wants the best performance from her teammates not only in midfield but in all departments to overcome the hurdles, 'All positions are important. Don't just think about midfielders or defense. Bhutan played warm-up matches (before coming to play in this tournament). We haven't played… we know they are improving. We have to give our best against them.'
