Bangladesh-origin midfielder Hamza Choudhury arrived in Dhaka on Monday afternoon ahead of Bangladesh’s November fixtures against Nepal and India. Less than 24 hours later, he was unveiled as a brand ambassador for Robi, where he spoke passionately about his connection to Bangladesh and his motivation to represent the nation.
Choudhury, who has played in the English Premier League, said his decision to wear the Bangladesh shirt was driven by patriotism rather than personal gain. “I don’t think about money separately. My love for the country and my desire to help improve its situation are what matter most,” he said. “That’s one of the main reasons I chose to play for Bangladesh, to contribute in whatever way I can.”
The Leicester City midfielder expressed pride in representing Bangladesh and gratitude for the affection he has received since joining the national team setup. “I just want to be proud to be part of this country and represent it in any way I can, especially for my parents,” he said. “Every child wants to make their parents proud, and I feel lucky that I can make an entire nation proud.”
Reflecting on his connection to Bangladesh, Choudhury added that his family shares his attachment to the country. “Whenever I leave Bangladesh, my kids say they want to come back. Inshallah, they will return again in March.”
As Bangladesh prepares to face Nepal on 13 November in a friendly and India on 18 November in the Asian Cup Qualifiers, Choudhury’s focus is firmly on helping the team perform. “Inshallah, I’ve got two matches ahead of me. I’m fully focused on giving 100 percent and helping the team win, especially against India,” he said.
Choudhury also expressed hope that Bangladesh’s footballing future would not only rely on foreign-born talents but also see homegrown players reach greater heights. “Inshallah, one day we’ll see players from Bangladesh itself playing in Europe,” he said. “If we all work together, we can take this game much further.”
