British-Bangladeshi Farhan Ali: Fulham talent shines in Dhaka

Nineteen-year-old Farhan Ali Wahid has captivated fans after scoring a stunning solo goal in Bangladesh's 4-0 SAFF Championship win over Sri Lanka. Dribbling past several defenders at Dhaka's National Stadium, his strike prompted the Bangladesh Football Federation to label it magic, earning praise from head coach Thomas Dooley.

Born in England with ancestral roots in Sylhet, Farhan grew up in London and developed at Chelsea's youth academy. In 2019, aged 12, he joined west London club Fulham, scoring seven goals for their Under-18s and netting on his Under-21 debut in January 2024.

After signing a professional deal in 2025, Farhan scored six goals and provided nine assists in Premier League 2, winning player of the month honours. The British-Bangladeshi prospect has also featured for Fulham's senior side in pre-season action against Norwich City.

Source: Prothom Alo