Hong Kong coach Ashley Westwood has shot down suggestions that Bangladesh have been ill treated ahead of their AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Hong Kong at a packed Kai Tak Stadium on Tuesday night.

Veteran centre-back Topu Barman has declared himself fully fit ahead of Bangladesh's crucial away fixture against Hong Kong in the Asian Cup Qualifiers on Tuesday. With only three matches remaining, the defender emphasised that the team cannot afford to drop any more points.

England-born Hamza Choudhury and Canadian midfielder Shamit Shome are set to feature for Bangladesh in the match.

The match has already sparked significant excitement among local fans, fueled by the prospect of seeing English-born midfielder Hamza Choudhury and Canada-based Shamit Shome play together for the home side. 

Attacking midfielder Nakamura’s link-up play and ability to unlock defences will test Bangladesh’s structure.

Ridoy had the simplest of chances to put Bangladesh ahead against India in the 12th minute.

Cabrera hails debutant's impact

Hamza Choudhury was named in the starting XI for Bangladesh in their AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers fixture against India, with regular captain Jamal Bhuiyan kept on the bench.

Set to take place on March 25 in Shillong, the clash between the two teams is not just another qualifier; it is a battle between a rejuvenated Bangladeshi side and the man who has haunted them time and again.

Javier Cabrera expressed quiet optimism regarding Bangladesh's fixtures in the third round of Asian Cup Qualifiers, which pitted his charges against India, Hong Kong and Singapore in Group C.

Bangladesh men’s football team was grouped with India, Hong Kong and Singapore in Group C in the third round of the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers, starting in March, at a draw held at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia today.