A total of 1,500 U-16 footballers passed the age-level test to be declared eligible to play in the next edition of the Pioneer League, which starts in the capital at the end of the month.
The Pioneer League Committee of Bangladesh Football Federation completed a three week scrutiny of the players yesterday and verified the ages of about 3,000 footballers. After a thorough testing process, the above mentioned players of 70 clubs were declared fit to play in the Pioneer League. The players’ registration process has also been completed.
The tournament will be played in 10 fields across the capital.
The Dhaka City Corporation signed a ten-year contract with Bangladesh Football Federation to sponsor the Pioneer Football League. The DCC agreed to provide Tk2.5m for the first year and increase the amount 10% every year for the contracted period for the competition, which is regarded as a breeding ground for future professional footballers.
