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Hamza Choudhury, 27 year old midfielder is gonna make history by playing for Bangladesh against India Today March 25 2025 in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers. Hamza, born in Loughborough, England to a Grenadian father and a Bangladeshi mother.
Why the India vs Bangladesh match today is important today
— Nibir Deka (@nibirdeka) March 25, 2025
Bangladesh has a Premier League Star Hamza Choudhury who will make his competitive debute
Secondly in the buildup to the game Bangladesh media has been really disrespectful towards India and towards Sunil Chhetri.… pic.twitter.com/I2QplriLLe
His rise wasn’t easy. For 20 years, British Asians had been missing from the English top flight until Hamza burst on the scene. Up until his transfer to Sheffield United in January, he was the only British Asian in the Premier League demonstrating that talent and persistence triumphs over any cultural restrictions and societal expectations.
Although he represented England’s U-21 national team, Hamza took a very big step in the direction of his heritage, he opted to play for Bangladesh at the senior level. His decision was not merely about pursuing a career in football, it was about giving hope to a nation that had never seen one of their own achieve such heights. He was welcomed to Bangladesh with tremendous pride and joy by huge fans and family.
Hamza Choudhury receives a hero's welcome in Bangladesh. pic.twitter.com/G6tZeqa4xr
— VERSUS (@vsrsus) March 18, 2025
His parents encouraged his dream, following him despite the odds. With only less than 1 percent of South Asian academy players going on to play professionally, Hamza’s achievement is a ray of hope.
Managing pressure with maturity, Hamza believes in the power of the underdog. His story encourages hundreds of young South Asian footballers to dream big and overcome obstacles. As he leads the field for Bangladesh, he carries not only his talent but also the hopes of a nation along with him.
As he gears up for his first international appearance, he bears the hopes of millions. His arrival in Bangladesh sparked unprecedented excitement with fans flocked to the car just to take a glimpse of their new idol. Hamza is more than a player for Bangladesh, he is a manifestation of faith.
