This distance, however, has melted away following Argentina’s win in the 2022 Qatar World Cup. Maradona’s magical performance in the 1986 World Cup, which led his team to victory, created a burning passion among Bangladeshis for Argentine football. Bangladesh won a special place in the hearts of Argentines during the World Cup. Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina sent a congratulatory letter to Argentina’s government following the World Cup win. Emiliano Martínez, goalkeeper of the World Cup-winning Argentine team, paid a courtesy visit to Bangladesh in July of 2023.

Source: Bueno Aires Herald February 28, 2024 01:38 UTC