Recent Challenges for Abahani Limited and Mohammedan SC in Bangladesh Premier Football League

In the Bangladesh Premier Football League, Abahani Limited and Mohammedan Sporting Club faced setbacks in their recent matches. Abahani Limited's match against Chittagong Abahani resulted in a competitive 2-2 draw, with Cornelius Stewart showcasing a strong performance, scoring two goals. Meanwhile, Mohammedan SC played against Sheikh Jamal Dhanmondi in Mymensingh, ending in a goalless draw.

The match between Abahani Limited and Chittagong Abahani saw Cornelius Stewart's early lead with a penalty goal in the 7th minute and a second goal in the 36th minute. Despite Chittagong Abahani's efforts to level the score with goals from David Figue, the match ended in a 2-2 draw. This marked Abahani Limited's second consecutive draw, accumulating 14 points from 8 matches.

In parallel, Mohammedan SC faced a goalless draw against Sheikh Jamal Dhanmondi, maintaining an unbeaten streak and securing 16 points from the same number of matches. The current league leaders, Bashundhara Kings, with 21 points from 18 matches, continue to hold the top position. The draw proved beneficial for Mohammedan SC, the defending champions, as they strive for another successful campaign.

In a separate match, Brothers Union defeated Sheikh Russel Krira Chakra 4-1, with Sulemani Lendric scoring a hat-trick. This marked Sheikh Russel's second victory in the league, accumulating 9 points from 8 matches. The league dynamics remain dynamic, promising heightened competition in the upcoming fixtures.