24 Sept. 2026 | Dhaka

Media Accreditation Tecno SAFF Championship 2026

The accreditation process for the Tecno SAFF Championship 2026 is open to journalists and media professionals covering the tournament.

Accreditation is available in three categories:

•    Photo (PHO)
•    Written Press (PRE)
•    Non-Rights Holder (NRH)

Applicants may apply for only one category. Applications submitted under more than one category will result in automatic disqualification.

PHO – Photo

For professional photojournalists representing recognised media organisations.

•    Access to designated photographer positions on the field during matches.
•    Access to the Media Tribune or Post-match Press Conference will be provided upon special request to the SAFF to PHO accredited journalists.
•    Mixed Zone access may be provided for photography only.
•    No video recording or interviews in the Mixed Zone.
•    No recording or distribution of match-action video.
•    Photographers must remain in designated areas and follow instructions from the SAFF Media Officer          and  Local Media Officer.

PRE – Written Press

For journalists from newspapers, magazines, news agencies, specialist publications and recognised online news media.

•    Access to the Media Tribune, Post-match Press Conference and Mixed Zone.
•    No recording of match action or production of video content intended for broadcast or extended match coverage.
•    No recording at the press conference.

NRH – Non-Rights Holder

For non-rights-holding broadcasters, digital video platforms and media organisations primarily producing video content.
•    Video recording permitted only in designated Press Conference Room and Mixed Zone areas.
•    No filming inside the Field of Play or recording live match action.
•    No live match broadcasting or extended match footage.
•    No activity that infringes upon the rights of the Official Broadcast Partners.
•    NRH will not be allowed in the media tribune inside the stadium. A special seating arrangement will be          arranged for them outside the stadium.
NRH accreditation does not provide match-broadcasting or match-filming rights.

Official Team Training

PHO, PRE and NRH accreditation holders may be granted access to one official team training session during the tournament, for a maximum of 15 minutes.

PRE accreditation will not be allowed to take videos in the official training.

All media representatives must follow the instructions of the Competition Organiser and designated media officials. Failure to comply may result in the withdrawal of accreditation.

Application Deadline & Submission

All accreditation applications must be submitted no later than 4 October 2026.

Applications must be submitted through the google form link provided.

Applicants are required to provide all requested information and supporting documents as part of the application process. Incomplete or late applications may not be considered.

Accreditation Conditions

Accreditation is personal and non-transferable. All accredited media must remain within their designated access areas and comply with tournament regulations and instructions.

Note
Submission of an accreditation application does not guarantee approval. SAFF reserves the sole right to approve or reject any application without providing an explanation or justification.

LINK: HERE

13 Sept. 2026 | Dhaka 

The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) has awarded the exclusive commercial rights for the Tecno SAFF Championship 2026, scheduled to be held in Dhaka, Bangladesh, from 4 to 17 November 2026, to TSA Sports and Entertainment, a Bangladesh-registered sports marketing and event management company.

Under the agreement, TSA Sports and Entertainment will serve as the exclusive rights holder of the tournament and will be responsible for the championship’s marketing, broadcasting, sponsorship, commercial activities, and event management.

The partnership marks a new chapter for the region’s premier international football competition, with SAFF and TSA Sports and Entertainment working together to enhance the tournament’s commercial value, audience reach, and overall fan experience.

Now, SAFF will work in close collaboration with TSA and Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) to deliver the competition.

“Having TSA and BFF on board for the upcoming Tecno SAFF Championship is a significant step towards our mission of developing football in South Asia. Football thrives when strong marketing and commercial opportunities are in place, and we are confident that TSA and BFF will play a vital role in achieving this objective. Their expertise, presence, and commitment to the competition will add immense value, and we believe they will help elevate the Tecno SAFF Championship to even greater heights,” said SAFF General Secretary Purushottam Kattel.

SAFF looks forward to working closely with TSA Sports and Entertainment and BFF to deliver a successful and memorable edition of the Tecno SAFF Championship 2026 while continuing to promote the growth and development of football across the region.

23 June 2026 | Dhaka

The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) invites applications from qualified auditing firms for the 2026 and 2027 audit cycle.

Interested firms are requested to submit their proposals, clearly outlining their technical qualifications and proposed fee structure.

Applications must be sent via email to info@saffederation.org no later than 30 June 2026.

SAFF looks forward to receiving submissions from experienced and reputable auditing firms.

23 Feb 2026 | Dhaka

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