PREVIEW: Abahani Hosts Fortis FC in Bangladesh Premier League Clash

DHAKA, Bangladesh (Interstat) — Abahani Limited Dhaka will look to build on a dramatic late-season victory when it hosts Fortis FC on Friday, April 24, 2026, in a Bangladesh Premier League match.

The game, scheduled at an undetermined venue in the capital, pits two sides with contrasting recent form. Abahani enters the fixture after a 2-1 win over Mohammedan Dhaka on April 10, a result that snapped a two-match winless streak. Prior to that, Abahani drew 1-1 with Rahmatgonj MFS and lost to Brothers Union.

Abahani’s season has been inconsistent, with notable highs including a 5-0 thrashing of Fakirerpool YMC and a 3-0 shutout of Arambagh. However, the team has also suffered losses to Baridhara and Brothers Union, and played to a scoreless draw in its last meeting with Fortis FC on Dec. 6, 2025.

Fortis FC arrives in Dhaka desperate for a turnaround. The visitors were edged 2-1 by Bangladesh Police on April 7, their most recent match. That loss ended a two-game winning streak in which Fortis defeated Mohammedan Dhaka 2-1 and PWD SC 2-0. Before that, the side recorded a 4-0 demolition of Arambagh KS.

Despite those victories, Fortis FC has struggled for consistency, posting a 1-1-4 record over its last six matches. The team has shown defensive resilience, keeping four clean sheets this season, but has also been blanked in three of its last seven outings.

Friday’s fixture renews a rivalry that produced a stalemate in December. Abahani has historically struggled to break down Fortis, managing just one win in their last four meetings.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, Abahani is projected to win 1-0. That prediction aligns with Abahani’s home advantage and momentum from its recent victory, but Fortis FC’s ability to frustrate opponents could make for a tight contest.

Kickoff is set for a time to be announced.