Iranian women's futsal icon Fatemeh Sharif Noghabi left a big impression after coaching Pakistan's first ever women's national futsal team in last month's SAFF Futsal Championship
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![PFF-Lahore Qalandars alliance signals new era for Pakistan football [TNS]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/PFF-and-Lahore-Qalandars-sign-MoU-1160x535.jpg "PFF-Lahore Qalandars alliance signals new era for Pakistan football [TNS]")
February22February 22, 2026
PFF-Lahore Qalandars alliance signals new era for Pakistan football [TNS]
Qalandars model set to transform grassroots football nationwide. Institutional reform, professional league and global exposure at the heart of revival plan
![PFF NC seeking venue for Challenge Cup knockouts [The News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/punjab-stadium-lahore-1160x535.jpg "PFF NC seeking venue for Challenge Cup knockouts [The News]")
April17April 18, 2024
PFF NC seeking venue for Challenge Cup knockouts [The News]
As PFF NC now seeks alternative venues for National Challenge Cup after Punjab Stadium made unavailable by Punjab Govt, some participating teams have also asked the event on May 1-12 be delayed by a few days so they can 'prepare better'
![Over a year after it started, Challenge Cup to finally conclude [Dawn]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/National-Challenge-Cup-logo-1160x535.jpg "Over a year after it started, Challenge Cup to finally conclude [Dawn]"){kind=logo}
April6April 6, 2024
Over a year after it started, Challenge Cup to finally conclude [Dawn]
After 15 months in the wilderness, the 2023 National Challenge Cup's Final Round fixtures expected to 1-12 May in Lahore featuring 16 teams.
![Solano satisfied as Pakistan end losing streak despite Otis’ penalty miss [Dawn]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Ahmed-Faraz-Gulzari-and-Etzaz-Hussain-Pakistan-vs-Afghanistan-2027-AFC-Asian-Cup-qualifiers-1160x535.jpg "Solano satisfied as Pakistan end losing streak despite Otis’ penalty miss [Dawn]")
October10October 10, 2025
Solano satisfied as Pakistan end losing streak despite Otis’ penalty miss [Dawn]
Despite only getting one point against Afghanistan at home, Pakistan MNT head coach Nolberto Solano said "The best playes in the world have missed penalties. It is all part of game"
![Missed penalty denies Pakistan victory in thrilling Asia Cup qualifier [The News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Pakistan-2027-AFC-Asian-Cup-qualifiers-1160x535.jpg "Missed penalty denies Pakistan victory in thrilling Asia Cup qualifier [The News]")
October10October 10, 2025
Missed penalty denies Pakistan victory in thrilling Asia Cup qualifier [The News]
Despite an energetic second half by Pakistan, the home side was held to a scoreless draw by Afghanistan in the 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers
![Maria Khan joins Saudi Women’s Premier League club [Geo Super]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Maria-Khan-signs-for-Saudi-WPL-side-Eastern-Flames-FC-1160x535.jpeg "Maria Khan joins Saudi Women’s Premier League club [Geo Super]")
August12August 12, 2023
Maria Khan joins Saudi Women’s Premier League club [Geo Super]
by Faizan Lakhani KARACHI: Pakistan women’s football team captain Maria Khan has been signed by Saudi Women Premier League Club,...
July31August 3, 2023
For Kayla Siddiqi, Pakistan’s WNT is like home
After an impressive debut for Pakistan WNT against Singapore on July 18th, USA-based college soccer player Kayla Siddiqi shared her thoughts about playing for Pakistan as a reason to keep loving the sport.
![Pakistan to participate in SAFF U16 C’ship after receiving NOC at the 11th hour [Geo Super]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pakistan-U16-team-for-2023-SAFF-U16-Championship-1080x535.jpg "Pakistan to participate in SAFF U16 C’ship after receiving NOC at the 11th hour [Geo Super]")
August30August 30, 2023
Pakistan to participate in SAFF U16 C’ship after receiving NOC at the 11th hour [Geo Super]
Pakistan to participate in SAFF U16 Championship after receiving NOC at the 11th hour thanks to intervention by former SAPM Youth Affairs, Shaza Fatima Khawaja. Squad will leave for Bhutan tonight via Doha.
![Pak Under-23 players facing host of issues [The News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pakistan-U23-training-camp-in-Abbottabad-ahead-of-2023-AFC-U23-Championship-qualifiers-1160x535.jpg "Pak Under-23 players facing host of issues [The News]")
August26August 26, 2023
Pak Under-23 players facing host of issues [The News]
Pakistan U23 training camp in Abbottabad for AFC U23 C'ship qualifiers continues but in less than ideal conditions affecting morale and focus
![Pakistan women humbled by India in SAFF opener [Dawn]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Pakistan-vs-India-2024-SAFF-Womens-Championship-1160x535.jpg "Pakistan women humbled by India in SAFF opener [Dawn]")
October18October 18, 2024
Pakistan women humbled by India in SAFF opener [Dawn]
India ease past Pakistan 5-2 in 2024 SAFF Women's Championship opening game. Despite some fight by Pakistan WNT in 2nd half with goals by Suha Hirani and Kayla Siddiqi.
![Pakistan gear up for India test in SAFF Women’s Championship [Nukta]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2024-SAFF-Womens-Championship-pre-tournament-press-conference-1160x535.jpg "Pakistan gear up for India test in SAFF Women’s Championship [Nukta]")
October16October 16, 2024
Pakistan gear up for India test in SAFF Women’s Championship [Nukta]
Pakistan women's national football team will be returning to the international circuit after a year-long hiatus. Face India in SAFF Women's Championship opener tomorrow in Kathmandu.
![PFF NC gets 9-month extension [The News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/PFF-House-1000x535.jpg "PFF NC gets 9-month extension [The News]")
March16March 16, 2024
PFF NC gets 9-month extension [The News]
'NC has started district elections process and can easily hold PFF elections inside six months but FIFA showed more generosity and gave it a nine-month extension.'
![FIFA hands nine-month extension to PFF NC [Dawn]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PFF-Football-House-1-1160x535.jpeg "FIFA hands nine-month extension to PFF NC [Dawn]")
March15March 15, 2024
FIFA hands nine-month extension to PFF NC [Dawn]
FIFA's all-powerful Council gives PFF NC another mandate extension till 15 December, despite previous warnings if PFF elections were not held by this month.
![NC asks AFC for extension in submission of venue for Pak-Jordan match [The News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Jinnah-Stadium-Pakistan-vs-Cambodia-2026-FIFA-World-Cup-qualifiers-1160x535.jpeg "NC asks AFC for extension in submission of venue for Pak-Jordan match [The News]")
February4February 4, 2024
NC asks AFC for extension in submission of venue for Pak-Jordan match [The News]
PFF NC asks another AFC extension for submitting venue for 21 March home clash vs Jordan in 2026 WCQs. PSB says Jinnah Stadium will be ready by 'end of February.'
April20April 20, 2014
FPDC Stories: Ashar Gurwara, “I want to represent my country.”
Ashar Gurwara talks about his National Team ambitions in our exclusive 'FPDC Stories' segment.
April20April 20, 2014
FPDC Stories: Sardar Arsalan, “I want to play for Pakistan.”
Sardar Arsalan talks about his dream to play for Pakistan in our exclusive 'FPDC Stories' segment.
![Pakistan get tough group for Futsal ACQs [Geo Super]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2026-AFC-Futsal-Asian-Cup-qualifiers-groups-1160x535.jpg "Pakistan get tough group for Futsal ACQs [Geo Super]")
June26June 26, 2025
Pakistan get tough group for Futsal ACQs [Geo Super]
Pakistan in Group D with Iraq, hosts Saudi Arabia, and Chinese Taipei. All matches to be held in Dammam, Saudi Arabia from 20-24 September. 8 group winners and 7 best runners-up qualify for 2026 AFC Futsal Asian Cup in Indonesia.
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