![FIFA World Cup Trophy displayed in Lahore [The News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Christian-Karembeu-in-Coca-Cola-FIFA-World-Cup-Trophy-Tour-2022-in-Lahore-1160x535.jpeg "FIFA World Cup Trophy displayed in Lahore [The News]")
Christian Karembeu, the 1998 World Cup winner with France, was again in Pakistan to present the FIFA World Cup trophy in Lahore.
Tag: Saddam Hussain
![Top players call FIFA Trophy arrival good for Pak football [The News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Coca-Cola-FIFA-World-Cup-Trophy-Tour-2022-1075x535.jpg "Top players call FIFA Trophy arrival good for Pak football [The News]")
June7June 7, 2022
Top players call FIFA Trophy arrival good for Pak football [The News]
Despite ongoing political tussles in Pak football and resulting FIFA ban, players like Saddam and Kaleemullah believe FIFA World Cup trophy visiting Pakistan is a good step for country's 'soft image'
![Captain Saddam Hussain details sorry state of Pakistan football [SAMAA]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Saddam-Hussain-SSGC-captain-NFCC-2020-1160x535.jpg "Captain Saddam Hussain details sorry state of Pakistan football [SAMAA]")
May16May 16, 2022
Captain Saddam Hussain details sorry state of Pakistan football [SAMAA]
"I don’t care who is in charge of the federation, I just want our players to get back to playing football in Pakistan and internationally."
![Owen-led GSV, NED University unveil ‘modern’ $12M stadium with running track around pitch [Dawn]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Michael-Owen-inuagurates-Karachi-Soccer-City-project-for-GSV-and-NED-University-1160x535.jpg "Owen-led GSV, NED University unveil ‘modern’ $12M stadium with running track around pitch [Dawn]")
January27January 27, 2022
Owen-led GSV, NED University unveil ‘modern’ $12M stadium with running track around pitch [Dawn]
GSV garners strong support from the govt and Pak Army to push ahead with its PFL plans despite failing to strike a deal with the FIFA-appointed PFF NC
![Maradona of Pakistan [Dawn]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Diego-Maradona-with-1986-FIFA-World-Cup-1160x535.jpg "Maradona of Pakistan [Dawn]")
December6December 7, 2020
Maradona of Pakistan [Dawn]
He may have been from a country more than 15,000 km away but Diego Maradona touched a chord in the hearts of many Pakistanis as well. Footballers from Karachi to Chaman mourn his death.
![Saff 2020 postponed until 2021 [Express Tribune]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Pakistan-vs-India.jpg "Saff 2020 postponed until 2021 [Express Tribune]")
June30July 6, 2020
Saff 2020 postponed until 2021 [Express Tribune]
Pakistan captain Saddam Hussain calls decision good, reiterates safety first approach. Manizeh Zainli urged postponement of youth level tournaments.
May29May 29, 2020
Saddam, Hajra talk football on ARY Sports’ show
Pakistan’s men and women football team captains Saddam Hussain and Hajra Khan talk about future of football in Pakistan in...
![Pakistan football coach, captain urge others to stay fit during lockdown [Geo]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Tariq-Lutfi-and-Saddam-Hussain-1133x535.jpg "Pakistan football coach, captain urge others to stay fit during lockdown [Geo]")
April20April 20, 2020
Pakistan football coach, captain urge others to stay fit during lockdown [Geo]
Tariq Lutfi and Saddam Hussain urge players to maintain fitness at home due to COVID-19 lockdowns.
![Saddam laments lack of earnings for Pakistan footballers [The News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Luis-Figo-Saddam-Hussain-Kaka-at-World-Soccer-Stars-promo-in-Karachi.jpg "Saddam laments lack of earnings for Pakistan footballers [The News]")
March31March 31, 2020
Saddam laments lack of earnings for Pakistan footballers [The News]
“How can youth be inspired when they see Pakistan’s star players living in abject conditions!” Saddam said.
![SSGC storm into Challenge Cup final [The News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/SSGC-vs-WAPDA-NFCC-2019-1160x535.jpg "SSGC storm into Challenge Cup final [The News]")
August2August 2, 2019
SSGC storm into Challenge Cup final [The News]
Saddam Hussain's first half strike just enough against toothless WAPDA in National Challenge Cup semis.