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DHAKA, May 15, 2026 (BSS)-Bashundhara Kings reclaimed the Bangladesh Football League(BFL) title after defeating Abahani Limited Dhaka by 2–0 goals held at the Shaheed Dhirendranath Datta Stadium today (Friday), securing the title with one match still remaining in the season.
Brazilian forward Doriellton and midfielder Sohel Rana scored in the second half to seal a decisive victory in what was effectively a title-deciding clash in the 17th round of the league.
The equation before kick-off was straightforward: a win for Kings would confirm the title, while Abahani needed victory to keep their title hopes alive. Bashundhara Kings left no room for suspense, dominating the latter stages of the match and celebrating another league triumph after scoring twice within a span of two minutes.
Since joining the country’s top-flight football league in 2018, Bashundhara Kings have established themselves as a dominant force in domestic football, previously winning five consecutive league titles. Their streak was interrupted last season when Mohammedan Sporting Club lifted the championship for the first time. However, Mohammedan had already fallen out of contention earlier this season.
Kings entered the match holding a narrow one-point advantage over Abahani. Although a draw would still have left Abahani in a difficult position, Kings avoided any late-season complications by securing all three points.
The breakthrough came in the 75th minute when Kings forward Faisal Ahmed Fahim was fouled inside the penalty area, leading the referee to award a spot-kick. Doriellton calmly converted the penalty to put Kings ahead. Just two minutes later, Sohel Rana doubled the lead with a powerful strike from outside the box.
With 38 points from 17 matches, Bashundhara Kings have officially regained the league crown. For Abahani, despite the defeat, Fortis stand in second position in the league table with 34 points, equal with Fortis who have also 34 points, and they must have to win their last match of the league to finish behind kings.
