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SAFF Awards Exclusive Rights for SAFF Championship 2026 to TSA Sports and Entertainment

September 13, 2026

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.

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October 1, 2026
SAFF Forms Standing Committees; Appoints Senior Vice-President

Dhaka | 1 October 2026

The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Executive Committee, at its virtual meeting held on 1 October 2026, approved the formation of all standing committees for the 2026-2030 term as per the requirement of the SAFF Statutes 2026.

The online meeting was chaired by SAFF President Md. Kazi Salahuddin and attended by all the Executive Committee members of SAFF.
During the meeting, the SAFF President appointed Mr. Jaswar Umaru Lebbe (President of Football Federation of Sri Lanka) as the Senior Vice President of SAFF. Mr. Syed Mohsen Gilani, President of Pakistan Football Federation, was also co-opted to the SAFF Executive Committee as a member.

In his opening address, SAFF President Kazi Md. Salahuddin welcomed the Executive Committee members and thanked them for their continued support over the years. He called for greater unity among the member associations, particularly in light of the Tecno SAFF Championship 2026, and urged all stakeholders to extend their support and cooperation to ensure the successful delivery of the region’s premier football tournament.

The committees established are the Competition Committee, Finance Committee, Marketing and Communications Committee, the Women’s Ad-hoc Committee. The members of all the committees were nominated by the respective Member Associations.

Competitions Committee
Chaired by SAFF Vice President

• Jaswar Umaru Lebbe (Sri Lanka) – Chairperson
• Dr. Caitano Jose Fernandes (India ) – Deputy Chairperson
• Mr. Jigme Tshewang (Bhutan) – Member
• Mr. Muhammad Shahid Niaz Khokhar (Pakistan) – Member
• Mr. Ali Ibrahim (Maldives) – Member

Finance Committee
• Mr. N A Haris (India) – Chairperson
• Mr. Pema Dorji (Bhutan) – Deputy Chairperson
• Mr. Raja Muhammad Ishtiaq (Pakistan)
• Mr. Eraj Wimalasuriya (Sri Lanka)

Marketing and Communications Committee
• Syed Mohsen Gilani (Pakistan) – Chairperson
• Mr. Hishey Tshering (Bhutan)
• Dr. Sangrang Brahma (India)
• Mr. Abdulla Azmeen (Maldives)
• Mr. Asif Ansar (Sri Lanka)

Women’s Ad-hoc Committee
• Ms. Zimbiri (Bhutan) – Chairperson
• Ms. Mejzgaan Orakzai (Pakistan)
• Ms. Tsering Angmo (India)
• Ms. Hawwa Rasheedha (Maldives)
• Ms. Hithaishi Jayawardana (Sri Lanka)

The Executive Committee also received a briefing from the SAFF General Secretary on the federation’s Commercial Rights and Marketing Strategy process as well as updates on the upcoming Techno SAFF Championship 2026.

September 30, 2026
TSA Bags Key Partners for TECNO SAFF Championship 2026

Dhaka | 30 September 2026

With the TECNO SAFF Championship 2026 fast approaching, TSA, the exclusive rights holder of the competition, has secured a number of valuable partners to support the successful delivery of South Asia’s premier football tournament.

The competition, scheduled to take place at the National Stadium in Dhaka from 5 to 17 November, has appointed IHG Hotels and Resorts as the Official Hospitality Partner, Hunkar as the Match Officials Kit Partner, SOS as the Official Partner for the Opening and Closing Ceremony Concerts, and Tickify as the Official Ticketing Partner.

Sponsors and commercial partners play a crucial role in ensuring the sustainability and growth of major sporting events. Their involvement is expected to add significant value to the championship, which returns to Bangladesh for the first time since 2018.

SAFF General Secretary Purushottam Kattel expressed his delight at TSA’s successful partnership agreements and said the growing interest from leading brands reflects the strong appeal of football in Bangladesh.

“It is indeed very pleasing to see that many reputed brands want to be associated with the SAFF Championship taking place in Bangladesh. This was also one of the reasons we were keen to stage the tournament here. It shows that football is immensely loved by the people of Bangladesh,” he said.

He further noted that the involvement of established commercial partners would help attract additional sponsors and stakeholders in the future, strengthening the tournament’s commercial profile.

In addition, TSA has confirmed T-Sports as the Official Broadcaster of the competition and the Territorial License Holder for Bangladesh. In Pakistan, Myco has been confirmed as the official OTT and broadcast partner.

TSA will announce broadcast partners and territorial rights holders for the remaining markets in the coming days as preparations continue for the region’s flagship football event.

September 24, 2026
Media Accreditation Tecno SAFF Championship 2026

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

 

September 15, 2026
Fixtures for TECNO SAFF Championship Bangladesh 2026 announced

15 September 2026 | Dhaka

The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) has officially unveiled the fixture schedule for the TECNO SAFF Championship Bangladesh 2026, with South Asia’s premier football tournament set to kick off on 5 November 2026 in Bangladesh.

The tournament will bring together the region’s top national teams in an exciting competition that will culminate with the championship final on 17 November 2026.

The tournament promises intense regional rivalries, highlighted by the opening-day clash between Pakistan and India, while host nation Bangladesh will look to capitalize on home support in pursuit of continental glory.

Important Notice

The fixture schedule remains subject to revision. A revised fixture list may be issued, with a potential tournament start date of 4 November 2026, pending confirmation of Nepal’s participation in the competition.

The TECNO SAFF Championship Bangladesh 2026 is expected to showcase the best of South Asian football and further strengthen football development and regional unity across South Asia.