TECNO has been named title sponsor of the SAFF Championship Bangladesh 2026 as host Bangladesh were drawn alongside Nepal, Sri Lanka and Bhutan in Group A at the tournament’s official draw ceremony in Thimphu, Bhutan.
The draw, held after the SAFF Ordinary Congress 2026, placed India, the Maldives and Pakistan in Group B. Bangladesh will host South Asia’s premier international football tournament from 4 to 17 November, while Nepal’s participation remains subject to FIFA clearance, TECNO said in a press release.
The ceremony brought together senior representatives from the South Asian Football Federation, FIFA and the Asian Football Confederation, along with presidents and senior officials from the seven SAFF member associations and other tournament stakeholders.
SAFF General Secretary Purushottam Kattel, Bhutan Football Federation President Dasho Ugen Tsechup and Ismartu Technology BD Limited Chief Executive Officer Rezwanul Hoque conducted the draw.
Hoque represented TECNO Mobile Bangladesh, which operates under Ismartu Technology BD Limited, reflecting collaboration among SAFF, the host federation of the draw ceremony and the title sponsor as preparations advance.
“The official draw marks an important moment in the journey towards the TECNO SAFF Championship Bangladesh 2026,” Hoque said.
He said confirmation of the groups would allow participating teams to sharpen their preparations while enabling football supporters across the region to begin looking ahead to the competition.
“As title sponsor, TECNO is proud to support SAFF in creating a platform that celebrates sporting excellence, strengthens regional connection and inspires the next generation through the power of football,” he said.
The seven participating nations will now begin their final preparations for the championship. TECNO said it remained committed to supporting football’s growth in South Asia and helping deliver a memorable tournament for players, supporters and communities across the region.
