KHULNA, Aug 7, 2025 (BSS) - The Martyr (Shahid) Mir Mugdho Inter-Discipline Football Tournament 2025 has officially begun at Khulna University (KU) today (Thursday) on the field in front of the under-construction Fourth Academic Building. 

Organised by the Department of Physical Education, Vice-Chancellor (VC) Professor Dr Md Rezaul Karim, inaugurated the event as the chief guest.

In his opening remarks, the VC said, “Sports help students stay healthy not only physically but also mentally. Football is part of our national and cultural passion. However, all participants must maintain discipline on the field and respect the referee’s decisions.”

He added that this tournament is being organized for the second consecutive year in memory of Shahid Mir Mahfuzur Rahman Mugdho, a KU student who was martyred during the July mass uprising. 

“I hope the tournament will be competitive and entertaining for the audiences,” he said.

After the inauguration, the VC greeted and exchanged pleasantries with the players of both teams.

Acting Registrar and Director (Additional Duty) of the Department of Physical Education, Professor Dr S.M. Mahbubur Rahman presided over the event while Director of Student Affairs, Professor Dr. Md. Nazmus Sadat, was present as the special guest. 

Among others, Himel from the Bangla Discipline and Mamun from the Soil, Water and Environment Discipline spoke during the event. 

The ceremony was conducted by Deputy Director Md. Moinul Islam, while another Deputy Director, S.M. Zakir Hossain, along with teachers, students, officials, and staff from various disciplines of the university, were present.

In the opening match, the defending champion Bangla Discipline defeated the Soil, Water and Environment Discipline by 2–0. Both goals were scored by player Ashiq, earning him the 'Player of the match' title.