Bangkok: Bangladesh has made history by lifting the inaugural SAFF Women’s Futsal Championship trophy, crushing the Maldives 14-2 in their final match in Bangkok. The commanding victory ensured Bangladesh finished atop the league-based table with 16 points from six matches, securing their first-ever international futsal title.

According to United News of Bangladesh, needing only a draw at the Nonthaburi Stadium to clinch the championship, Bangladesh fell behind early due to a defensive mix-up in the third minute. Captain Sabina Khatun, however, quickly equalised with a stunning free-kick in the fifth minute, sparking a relentless onslaught. Sabina led from the front with four goals, completing her hat-trick early in the second half.

The first half ended with Bangladesh comfortably leading 6-1, thanks to a brace from Lipi Akter. The second half turned into a goal fest, with Matsushima Sumaiya, Nilufa Yasmin, Krishna Rani Sarkar, Meherun Akter, and Masura Parvin all finding the net. The Maldives defense had n
o answer to Bangladesh’s pace and precision.

While the women’s team celebrated glory, the men’s team finished fifth in their respective tournament, which was also won by the Maldives.