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Xtra Time Web Desk: Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday met FIFA World Cup winning Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez at her Ganabhaban office. Commending Martinez's exceptional performance, which contributed to Argentina's World Cup win, Prime Minister Hasina praised him as the man who brought glory to his country and wished him continued success. The details of the meeting were shared with the media by Ihsanul Karim, the Press Secretary of the Prime Minister.

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During their conversation, Prime Minister Hasina highlighted the global popularity of football and the exceptional enthusiasm for the sport among Bangladeshis. She shared her family's historical ties to football, mentioning that her father and grandfather were passionate footballers. Additionally, she emphasized her government's commitment to developing sports in Bangladesh, particularly football. As part of this initiative, mini-stadiums are being constructed at the upazila level throughout the country to promote football and other sports, nurturing the future generation of national athletes.

Emiliano Martinez, who was awarded the Golden Gloves in the FIFA World Cup-2022, expressed his pleasant surprise at Bangladesh's immense fanbase for Argentine football. He conveyed his joy at being in the country and appreciated the strong enthusiasm for football among the Bangladeshi populace. This exchange serves as a testament to the universal appeal of football, uniting nations and individuals in their shared love for the game.