Singapore edged past Bangladesh 2–1 in a gripping AFC Asian Cup qualifier at Dhaka’s National Stadium. The visitors now top their group, while the hosts were left to rue costly errors and missed chances. Below is a full football player ratings breakdown and match review.
Match Recap
Singapore struck early through Song Ui-young, who capitalised on a goalkeeping error in first-half stoppage time. Ikhsan Fandi doubled the advantage in the 55th minute after a rebound fell kindly at his feet. Bangladesh rallied, and Rakib Hossain notched a fine goal off an assist from Hamza Choudhury, but the visitors held firm to claim the points. In this bangladesh vs singapore player rating, the match showcased moments of brilliance and costly errors that ultimately shaped the outcome.
Player Ratings – Bangladesh
Goalkeeper
- Mitul Marma (4/10)
- Marma made a few routine saves, but two major mishaps led directly to both goals: poor ball handling and a costly rebound. His errors heavily influenced the final outcome.
Defenders
- Topu Barman (5/10)
- Struggled against quick Singapore attackers, often losing duels and failing to block crosses effectively.
- Tariq Kazi (6.5/10)
- The standout defensive performer, making crucial clearances and showing composure in distribution.
- Md Saad Uddin (5/10)
- Good in challenges but lacked awareness in key moments, contributing indirectly to goals.
- Shakil Ahad Topu (5.5/10)
- Energetic and aggressive, but lacked creativity and struggled to impose in wide areas.
Midfielders
- Hamza Choudhury (7/10)
- A tenacious presence in midfield. He recovered possession consistently and delivered the assist for the goal, though he also wasted a key chance in stoppage time.
- Md Ridoy (5/10)
- Failed to shield the backline effectively and was culpable during logical build-up phases.
- Shamit Shome (6/10)
- Promising on debut, confident on the ball and creative, though his impact was limited by a lack of service.
Forwards
- Syed Shah Quazem (5/10)
- Threatening pace but poor end product, prompting his early substitution.
- Fahamedul Islam (4.5/10)
- Made penetrating runs but lacked composure and finishing ability upfront.
- Rakib Hossain (7.5/10)
- Energetic and dynamic; he delivered with a clinical finish. His movement caused problems all night.
Substitutes
- Sahariar Emon (6/10)
- Showed intent, had a good chance but failed to convert.
- Foysal Fahim (6/10)
- Added physicality on the left and created a couple of openings.
- Shekh Morsalin (5/10)
- Lacked the influence expected from a substitute.
- Al-Amin (5.5/10)
- Offered positional flexibility but failed to seriously threaten.
Manager
- Javier Cabrera (5/10)
- Instilled fighting spirit, yet tactical predictability and defensive errors cost them. The attack lacked surprises or variation.
Player Ratings – Singapore
Goalkeeper
- Izwan Mahbud (5.5/10)
- Made some solid saves but was at fault for Rakib’s goal. Recovered somewhat with a critical stop later to preserve the lead.
Defenders
- Ryhan Stewart (7/10)
- Consistent and proactive, efficiently shut down flanks and supported transitions excellent display.
- Amrul Adli (6/10)
- Reliable overall, though caught out of position briefly during Bangladesh’s attack.
Singapore's Man of the Match: Ikhsan Fandi, for his clinical finishing and relentless work up front.
Final Thoughts
Singapore’s efficiency cost them, but consistency and discipline saw them through. Song’s opportunism and Ikhsan’s sharp instincts proved decisive, while Bangladesh’s resilience and Rakib’s quality kept them in the hunt till the end. With this result, Singapore now lead their qualifying group after two matches, while Bangladesh remain in the hunt despite falling short.
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