Abahani Limited enriched their rich history with another Federation Cup title after beating Rahmatganj Muslim Friends Society Sunday.
This is the 12th Federation Cup trophy for the traditional club and their director in-charge (caretaker) Kazi Nabil Ahmed dedicated the success to Liberation War Fighters and Abahani fans.
This is the second silverware for Abahani in as many major tournaments this season after winning the Independence Cup.
“We are observing the Golden Jubilee of both Bangladesh and Abahani. I am feeling excited as Abhani won both Independence Cup and Federation Cup in such a period. I dedicate this trophy to our gallantry freedom fighters and Abahani fans,” said Nabil, who watched the game and joined the victory celebration with euphoric players after the match.
Nabil, also the vice-president of Bangladesh Football Federation, was present at the trophy giving ceremony with chief guest, minister of Liberation War Affairs, AKM Mozammel Haque.
Nabil was also looking forward to further success riding on the current winning tempo.
“We will try to win the treble this season by winning the Premier League. Special incentives are allotted for players. If they continue the way they are playing hopefully we will win more trophies,” said Nabil.
Abahani players were promised Tk25 lakhs for winning the Independence.
Nabil along with one of the Bangladesh Cricket Board and Abahani directors, Kazi Inam Ahmed, announced bonus of Tk50 lakhs for winning the Federation Cup.