![Reason behind change in timings of Pakistan’s FIFA WCQ home leg against Cambodia revealed [Geo Super]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Jinnah-Stadium-Islamabad.jpg "Reason behind change in timings of Pakistan’s FIFA WCQ home leg against Cambodia revealed [Geo Super]")
Pakistan-Cambodia fixture in Islamabad on Tuesday, Oct 17 will be played at 2pm because Jinnah Stadium's floodlights do not meet AFC's minimum requirements.
Tag: AFC
![Pakistan back Saudi Arabia’s bid to host FIFA World Cup in 2034 [Geo Super]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/FIFA-World-Cup-trophy.jpg "Pakistan back Saudi Arabia’s bid to host FIFA World Cup in 2034 [Geo Super]")
October6October 8, 2023
Pakistan back Saudi Arabia’s bid to host FIFA World Cup in 2034 [Geo Super]
Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, PFF announce support for Saudi Arabia's bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup.
![FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier: Islamabad ‘s Jinnah stadium to host Pakistan, Cambodia match [Geo Super]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Jinnah-Stadium-Islamabad-1160x535.jpg "FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier: Islamabad ‘s Jinnah stadium to host Pakistan, Cambodia match [Geo Super]")
October5October 6, 2023
FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier: Islamabad ‘s Jinnah stadium to host Pakistan, Cambodia match [Geo Super]
AFC has given its approval for Jinnah Stadium to host Pakistan-Cambodia return leg on 17 October for 2026 WCQs. Pakistan to play Cambodia in Phnom Penh on 12 October.
![The future of Pakistan football [TNS]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/PFF-flag.jpg "The future of Pakistan football [TNS]")
October1October 2, 2023
The future of Pakistan football [TNS]
It would be a 'great service' if the PFF Normalisation Committee completed the PFF elections process before March 2024, writes Alam Zeb Safi.
![Uncertainty looms over hosting of Pakistan’s home game for FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier [Geo Super]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Jinnah-Stadium-Islamabad-and-Punjab-Stadium-Lahore-1160x535.jpg "Uncertainty looms over hosting of Pakistan’s home game for FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier [Geo Super]")
September23September 28, 2023
Uncertainty looms over hosting of Pakistan’s home game for FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier [Geo Super]
Pakistan's quest to host its WCQ vs Cambodia at home on 17 Oct still uncertain. AFC official unhappy at state of both Jinnah Stadium & Punjab Stadium.
![AFC representative inspects Jinnah Ground for WC qualifier [The News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/AFC-official-Kemel-Tokabaev-and-PFF-NC-member-Shahid-Khokhar-during-Jinnah-Stadium-inspection-for-WCQs-19-Sept-2023-1024x535.jpeg "AFC representative inspects Jinnah Ground for WC qualifier [The News]")
September21September 28, 2023
AFC representative inspects Jinnah Ground for WC qualifier [The News]
PSB assures all required renovations for 17 October qualifier vs Cambodia will be completed by 10th. AFC rep also inspected Punjab Stadium.
![AFC match commissioner visits Jinnah Stadium ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier [Geo Super]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/AFC-inspection-of-Jinnah-Stadium-Islamabad-to-host-2026-FIFA-World-Cup-qualifier-home-leg-vs-Cambodia-on-17-Oct-1024x535.jpeg "AFC match commissioner visits Jinnah Stadium ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier [Geo Super]")
September20September 28, 2023
AFC match commissioner visits Jinnah Stadium ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier [Geo Super]
PSB assured AFC inspector that the required work on Jinnah Stadium's pitch, goalposts and dressing rooms shall be completed by Oct 10. Pakistan is to host Cambodia on Oct 17.
![PFF NC writes to PSB, SBP for World Cup qualifier venue [The News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/psb-pff-sbp.jpg "PFF NC writes to PSB, SBP for World Cup qualifier venue [The News]")
August10August 10, 2023
PFF NC writes to PSB, SBP for World Cup qualifier venue [The News]
PFF NC formally requests PSB and SBP for availability of Jinnah Stadium and Punjab Stadium for WCQs return leg on 17 October. Also sends AFC venue regulations that need to be met by either venue to host the game.
![PFF seeks financial support from FIFA, AFC ahead of important events [Geo Super]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/869507-PFF-1428954617.jpg "PFF seeks financial support from FIFA, AFC ahead of important events [Geo Super]")
August1August 9, 2023
PFF seeks financial support from FIFA, AFC ahead of important events [Geo Super]
PFF NC negotiating with FIFA and AFC for financial support to ease its burden so that Pakistan can take part in important upcoming international events
![FIFA hints at potential sanctions if PFF elections not held by March [Dawn]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/FIFA-HQ-in-Zurich.jpg "FIFA hints at potential sanctions if PFF elections not held by March [Dawn]")
July20July 21, 2023
FIFA hints at potential sanctions if PFF elections not held by March [Dawn]
FIFA has apparently warned the PFF NC that sanctions would be imposed if PFF elections are not held by the end of its latest extension until March 2024.