Bangladesh’s domestic football has enjoyed a relatively bright start to 2025, with national leagues and cups drawing encouraging levels of participation and spectator interest. However, despite the overall optimism surrounding the sport, troubling news has emerged from the Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF): the much-anticipated Super Cup will not take place this season due to a lack of sponsorship.
Earlier in the year, the BFF had announced plans to organise five major domestic tournaments, including the national league and various cups. Yet, the most high-profile of these events, the Super Cup—with a prize pool reportedly worth tens of millions of taka—has now been shelved.
Senior BFF officials have confirmed that no sponsor could be secured in time to cover the costs. “A telecommunications company had initially agreed to back the tournament, but they withdrew their support just a few days ago,” said Imrul Hasan, Senior Vice President of the BFF and Chairman of the Professional League Committee. “Without sponsorship, it is simply not feasible to run this competition. The earliest it can return is next season.”
The BFF had originally planned the following five tournaments for the 2025 season:
| Tournament Name | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh 2.0 Challenge Cup | Completed | Successfully held with strong attendance |
| Federation Cup | Completed | Concluded as scheduled |
| Bangladesh Football League | Completed | Season finished; league title awarded |
| Super Cup | Cancelled | Sponsorship not secured |
| Local/Regional Cup | Scheduled | Expected to take place later in the season |
The Super Cup has historically been one of Bangladesh’s premier football events, previously staged in 2009, 2011, and 2013. It typically features the country’s top clubs and is scheduled to coincide with the mid-season transfer window, providing both competitive excitement and commercial opportunities. The cancellation represents a significant setback, particularly for fans eager to see the nation’s leading sides face off in high-stakes matches.
Football analysts have expressed concern that the absence of the Super Cup could impact player development and momentum in domestic football, particularly for emerging talent seeking exposure. With the national team performing well on the international stage, experts emphasise that strong domestic competitions are crucial for sustaining long-term growth.
Despite the disappointment, the BFF has assured stakeholders that other tournaments, including the 2.0 Challenge Cup, Federation Cup, and the national league, have been successfully conducted this season, and plans are already underway to reinstate the Super Cup next year.
As the domestic football calendar continues, fans and players alike are hoping for renewed sponsorship support so that Bangladesh’s Super Cup can return to its former prestige.