2nd half goals from Umar Nawaz, Abdul Samad Arshad and Harun Hamid also meant Pakistan won its first game over Maldives since 1991
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June1June 2, 2026
Pakistan-Bangladesh finish all square in Diamond Jubilee opener
All-action game between Pakistan and Bangladesh's Olympic team finishes 0-0 in Maldives. Afghanistan stun hosts Maldives 1-0.
May31May 31, 2026
Pakistan aim to impress at Maldives Diamond Jubilee Tournament
Nolberto Solano and Abdullah Iqbal back Pakistan’s growth ahead of Maldives Diamond Jubilee International Tournament opener vs Bangladesh tomorrow
May29May 29, 2026
Pakistan name squad for Maldives Diamond Jubilee Tournament
Head Coach Nolberto Solano Announces 23-Man Squad for Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament. Easah Suliman, Yousuf Butt, and others make long awaited return.
May25May 25, 2026
Pakistan face Bangladesh in Maldives Diamond Jubilee opener
Pakistan MNT face Bangladesh (1 June), hosts Maldives (4 June) and Afghanistan (7 June) in the Diamond Jubilee International Tournament.
![Pakistan confirm participation in Maldives four-nation tournament [The News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Pakistan-2027-AFC-Asian-Cup-qualifiers-1160x535.jpg "Pakistan confirm participation in Maldives four-nation tournament [The News]")
April23April 23, 2026
Pakistan confirm participation in Maldives four-nation tournament [The News]
The Diamond Jubilee International Tournament from June 1-10 will feature the senior teams of hosts Maldives, Sri Lanka and Pakistan, and Bangladesh's U23s.
![Pakistan ‘in talks’ with Argentina over potential friendly match [Geo News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Pakistan-Argentina-flags-1160x535.jpg "Pakistan ‘in talks’ with Argentina over potential friendly match [Geo News]")
April18April 18, 2026
Pakistan ‘in talks’ with Argentina over potential friendly match [Geo News]
PFF and AFA discuss friendly, coaching exchanges, long-term football cooperation in an online meeting arranged via the Pakistan Embassy in Argentina
![The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and Pakistan’s football future [TNS]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-FIFA-World-Cup-poster-1160x535.jpg "The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and Pakistan’s football future [TNS]")
April5April 5, 2026
The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and Pakistan’s football future [TNS]
One sport which can play a pivotal role in uplifting the international sporting image of Pakistan is football. Compared to cricket which is more region-specific, sports such as football attract a more global appeal and viewership.
![FIFA rankings blow: Pakistan drop to 203 [The News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Pakistan-2027-AFC-Asian-Cup-qualifiers-1-1160x535.jpg "FIFA rankings blow: Pakistan drop to 203 [The News]")
April3April 3, 2026
FIFA rankings blow: Pakistan drop to 203 [The News]
Following their defeat to Myanmar in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers, Pakistan are now placed 202nd among 211 nations, a position that reflects their ongoing struggles at the international level.
March31April 2, 2026
Pakistan fall to Myanmar at home to end ACQs campaign
Pakistan fall 2-1 to Myanmar at an empty Jinnah Stadium to end their 2027 Asian Cup qualification campaign with 2 points from 6 games and a -9 goal difference. Pakistan likely to finish fourth in Group E.