One of the biggest annual events for Swindon's Bangladeshi community, a volunteer-run football tournament, brought together more than 300 players and well over 1,000 spectators, Swindon24 reported on Monday 3 August 2026. It was held over the weekend of 1 and 2 August; the report does not name the venue or say which day.
The tournament is in its sixth season and is for Bangladeshi residents of Swindon, with players from the age of six up to adults. The children's tournament opened the day, and girls' teams were presented with medals.
Who runs it?
Organiser Walid Miah, known locally as Helal, said: "It takes a lot of planning, almost six months managing the teams and getting the players involved." The event relies on volunteers, community fundraising and sponsorship from local businesses including Khaiber, Curry Cottage and Jewel in the Crown.
Fellow organiser Mheran Chowdhury said: "Everyone comes here and participates from all genders and all ages." He added: "This is the right and positive way to keep youngsters on the right track."
Swindon's Mayor attended and said he would like to see similar events spread to other communities in the town.
What next?
Organisers want more children and more women and girls to take part. A young girls' event has already started and they hope it will grow next year.
Source: Swindon24.