Staff Reporter, Dhaka : Every football-loving nation has a player its people proudly call their own. Argentina has Messi. Portugal has Ronaldo. Brazil has Neymar. Bangladesh has its own football hero—Jamal Bhuyan. While millions of Bangladeshi fans passionately support the world’s biggest football stars during the FIFA World Cup, they also stand proudly behind the captain who carries the red and green onto the international stage. Celebrating that pride and the passion of football across the nation, OPPO has partnered with Bangladesh National Football Team captain Jamal Bhuyan for its Football World Cup campaign.
Football is more than just a sport in Bangladesh—it’s an emotion that unites millions. Every FIFA World Cup transforms streets, university campuses, tea stalls and living rooms into vibrant spaces of celebration. Friends gather wearing the jerseys of their favourite teams, families celebrate unforgettable goals together, and rivalries are built on respect and excitement. Bangladesh may not yet be competing on football’s biggest stage, but the country’s love for the game is among the strongest in the world.
Among the world’s football legends, names like Messi, Ronaldo and Neymar inspire millions globally. For Bangladesh, Jamal Bhuyan represents the same spirit of leadership, dedication and national pride. Through his commitment to Bangladesh football, he has inspired countless young footballers to dream of wearing the national jersey and representing their country with honour.
Recognising this shared passion, OPPO is proud to stand beside Bangladesh football by partnering with Jamal Bhuyan. As a global technology brand with a strong local presence and manufacturing in Bangladesh, OPPO believes supporting Bangladesh means supporting the country’s people, their dreams and the sports they love. This partnership celebrates not only the excitement of the FIFA World Cup but also Bangladesh’s own football journey and the national hero who continues to inspire millions.
Adding even more excitement to this year’s World Cup celebrations, OPPO announced a nationwide university FIFA Match Screeting titled “Which University Will Win the Chance to Watch the Semi-Final with Jamal Bhuyan?” Students from universities across Bangladesh is invited to vote and rally support for their campuses. The university receiving the highest engagement will earn the exclusive opportunity to host Jamal Bhuyan for a special FIFA World Cup Semi-Final screening on 16th July, where students will watch the match together with the Bangladesh captain and celebrate football like never before.
Damon Yang, General Manager of OPPO Bangladesh Authorized Exclusive Distributor, said “Football has a unique power to unite people across borders. Every country celebrates its own football hero—Argentina has Messi, Portugal has Ronaldo, Brazil has Neymar, and Bangladesh has Jamal Bhuyan. At OPPO, we are proud to support Bangladesh football and celebrate the passion that millions of Bangladeshis share for the beautiful game. Through this partnership and our university campaign, we hope to bring fans even closer to the excitement of the FIFA World Cup while creating unforgettable moments with Bangladesh’s own football icon.”
Jamal Bhuyan said “Representing Bangladesh has always been the greatest honour of my career. The passion Bangladeshi fans have for football is truly incredible. I am delighted to partner with OPPO to celebrate that passion and look forward to meeting students across the country through this campaign. I can’t wait to watch the FIFA World Cup Semi-Final with the winning university and create unforgettable memories together.”
By bringing together the world’s biggest football celebration with Bangladesh’s own football hero, OPPO continues to demonstrate its commitment to supporting Bangladesh football, celebrating local talent and creating meaningful experiences for football fans across the country. Because while the world proudly cheers for Messi, Ronaldo and Neymar, Bangladesh proudly stands behind its own captain—Jamal Bhuyan.
