There is an Australian proverb, “It takes a jeweler to recognize a gem.” This proverb seems to be repeatedly proven wrong in Bangladeshi football. Exactly a year ago, an expatriate teenager played in the AFC U-17 Asian Cup qualifiers in Cambodia wearing a red and green jersey. Name Arham IslamHe had a dream of playing for Bangladesh on the big stage. But either through a cruel twist of fate or the shortsightedness of his coach, he was told, "It's not time yet, wait."“
The wait paid off, but not in the jersey of Bangladesh, but rather in one of the strongest teams in world football. Australia (Socceroos) In jersey. Arham has made it to the final squad of the Australia Under-20 team. The Aussies have included him in the team for the high-voltage tri-nation series to be held in Japan. The Bangladesh boy who was not even considered eligible for the Under-23 team, today he will fight for Australia against superpowers like Spain and Japan.
In this article, we will analyze in detail Arham's incredible rise, the regrets of Bangladeshi football, and his future prospects.
Australia Under-20 team and Japan tour:
The Australian Under-20 team is set to play a tri-nation series in Japan in December. The tournament is a huge platform for young footballers to prove themselves.
- Opponent: Host Japan And the European giant SpainAustralia will play a match against the Japan Under-20 team as well as a top local club.
- Opportunities for beginners: Many of the experienced squad, which recently played in the FIFA U-20 tournament, have been rested for the tour. Thirteen young Turks have been given a chance, waiting to make their debut. Arham Islam is one of them.
- Club Profile: Arkham is currently a top-tier club in Australia. Western United He plays for the academy's under-18 team. His consistent performances there have brought him to the attention of the national team selectors.
Player Profile: Who is Arham Islam?
Arham Islam is a multi-talented footballer. Such players are most highly regarded in modern football.
- Position: He is basically Right Wing Plays as a. His speed and dribbling are capable of keeping the opposing defense busy.
- Versatility: He is in the team's need. Right Back He can also play as a midfielder. That is, he is as sharp in attack as he is reliable in defense.
- Debut for Bangladesh: He played for Bangladesh in the AFC U-17 Asian Cup qualifiers held in Cambodia in November last year, marking the first time an expatriate footballer has been included at any age level.
Bangladesh's 'no' and the coach's controversial decision
Arham's story could have been a new chapter in Bangladeshi football. But it has now turned into regret. The BFF's technical director and then coach was forming the team for the AFC U-23 Asian Cup qualifiers held in Vietnam last September. Saiful Bari Titu.
Why was Arham left out? It is said that Arham wanted to give a trial for the national team and expressed his interest in playing for the U-23 team. But coach Saiful Bari Titu directly told him, “"You have to wait a little longer, it's not time yet."”
The coach then relied on national team forwards Al Amin, Sheikh Morsalin and another expatriate Fahamidul Islam. The result? The Bangladesh team could not do anything as expected in Vietnam. However, the one who was dropped because 'it was not time', in just a few months he got a chance in the age-based team of the country playing the World Cup like Australia.
Modern Academy vs. Camp Culture:
Arham's incredible success is not only due to his individual talent, but also to the well-structured football structure in Australia. He is playing Western United Like in the academies of top clubs in the A-League. There, a player is not only developed for playing on the field, but also technically, tactically, and physically to international standards.
On the other hand, the Bangladeshi football structure is still largely 'camp-based'. The BFF holds short-term camps before specific tournaments to groom teams, which is not enough for long-term success in modern football. When Arham arrived in Bangladesh, he may not have been able to adapt immediately to the climate or coaching style, which is normal for a teenager. But in the Australian system, he is getting regular league play, honing his skills under the guidance of nutritionists and fitness trainers. His From right wing to right back His playing ability proves that he is getting used to the 'total football' philosophy of modern football—something not often seen in traditional coaching in Bangladesh.
Bad news for expatriate footballers:
The Arham Islam incident is a big wake-up call for the Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF). While Bangladeshi-origin footballers scattered around the world—such as England's Hamza Chowdhury or Zidan Mia—have shown interest in playing for Bangladesh, many are being left out due to the BFF's bureaucratic complexities and the conservative mindset of its coaches.
Local coaches are often skeptical about the fitness or playing style of expatriate footballers, or push them away by labeling them 'foreign'. We saw the results of relying on local stars instead of Arham during the Vietnam tour. If there is one now, Specific expatriate scouting policy If not, many more talented youngsters like Arham will choose their homeland or country of residence (e.g. UK, USA, Australia). Then Bangladesh will have nothing but regret. Arham's call-up to the Australian team proves that it is time for our diamond-testing jewelers to change their glasses.
Future Equation: Can Arham still play for Bangladesh?
There is only one question on the minds of football lovers now - is Arham lost to Bangladesh forever?
According to FIFA rules, a player may play for another country in the future even if he plays for an age-based team (such as under-17 or under-20). In the senior national team Eligible to play if he has dual citizenship.
- Light of hope: Even if Arham plays this tournament for Australia, he will still have the opportunity to play for Bangladesh in the future.
- Reality: But the question is, will someone who has entered Australia's pipeline and is getting the opportunity to play against teams like Spain and Japan want to return to a team like Bangladesh, which is at the bottom of the rankings?
- BFF's role: It remains to be seen whether the Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) has him on their radar or whether he will remain just a talking point like Hamza Chowdhury.
Expatriate footballers and BFF's indifference
Arham's incident has once again raised questions about BFF's scouting and management of expatriate footballers. Why was a talent like Arham not retained despite successful examples like Tariq Kazi?
While Bangladeshi footballers from all over the world are proving themselves, the BFF is failing to give them the proper recognition. It is as much a matter of pride for Bangladesh that Arham got a chance in the Australian team as it is a shame because we did not recognize him.
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Conclusion
Arham Islam Now, he is ready to make his mark on the world stage wearing the Australian jersey. His success proves that with talent and hard work, it is possible to reach the right destination, no matter what country the jersey is from. This is a big lesson for the policy makers of Bangladeshi football.
Will we just push away the talents, or will we embrace them and change the map of the country's football? Best wishes to Arham, may he reach the peak of his career. But a sigh may remain in the hearts of Bangladeshi football fans—"Ash! That boy could have been ours."”
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