Firoj Mahmud Titu


Firoj Mahmud Hossain, known by his nickname Titu, is a Bangladeshi former professional footballer who played as a full-back.
He played for the Bangladesh national team from 1999 to 2007. He is famous for his goal against FR Yugoslavia during the 2001 Sahara Cup becoming the first and only Bangladeshi player to score against a European team to date.

Club career

Titu, a BKSP student, started playing domestic football with Fakirerpool Young Men's Club during the 1994–95 season. He later won the Premier Division League title with Abahani Limited, Mohammedan SC and Brothers Union. He spent the last seven years of his career with Muktijoddha Sangsad KC and also served as the club captain. On 13 October 2012, he retired after playing 36 minutes for Muktijoddha against Dhanmondi Club in the 2012 Federation Cup.

Controversy

After not receiving payment from Muktijoddha Sangsad KC on multiple occasions, even though he was under contract with the club, Titu and several players criticized the club officials, alleging that the officials had misappropriated their money.

International career

Titu represented and captained Bangladesh at U16, U19 and U23 level. On 21 November 1999, Titu made his debut for Bangladesh against Uzbekistan during the 2000 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers. He scored twice during his time with the national team, his goals came against Hong Kong in the 2004 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers and against Pakistan during the 2007 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers. He was also part of the 2003 SAFF Championship winning Bangladesh team.

Honours

Abahani Limited Dhaka
Mohammedan SC
Brothers Union
Bangladesh