Who Will Be Bangladesh SAFF Championship Semi-finals Opponent?

A huge test awaits Bangladesh in the coming days on the football calendar following their 3-0 win over Sri Lanka on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, inside Bangabandhu National Stadium. The victory means that the Bengal Tigers have sealed the top spot in Group A, with Bhutan finishing as automatic runners-up after Lanka's demoralizing defeat.

Ahead of the semifinals, fans across the world are wondering who will be Bangladesh SAFF Championship semi-finals opponent on November 14. While many observers have been clamouring for an India vs Bangladesh fixture in the knockouts, it seems the wait will be elongated following tonight's result against Sri Lanka.

Pakistan are expected to be the upcoming opponents for the Bengal Tigers in the semifinals stage, as the former finished runners-up in Group B. India will be playing the other semifinal against Bhutan, with the winners from both ties meeting in the Final on November 17. A Bangladesh vs Pakistan Championship semi-finals will be a mouth-watering tie, and one fueled by a hidden rivalry over the years.

SAFF Championship 2026 Semifinals Fixture List

Fans can check out the official matches in the SAFF Championship 2026 stage, featuring all the four qualified teams. All the key details are mentioned in the table below for fans ahead of the knockouts stage.