“Using football as a tool for mental health did not inspire us, it transformed us. We truly believe that as a football federation it is our responsibility to not only produce good players but also to create responsible, healthy citizens.” said PFF president Syed Mohsen Gilani
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The FIFA World Cup 2026 launch ceremony hosted by the US Embassy Islamabad in collaboration with the PFF carried significance beyond symbolism and celebration, writes Sarfraz Ahmed for TNS.
Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, chairman PMYP, broke ground with PFF president Mohsen Gilani for Pakistan's first ever FIFA Arena pitch in Lahore's Sabzazar.
