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.
![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
Tag: shahid khokhar
![NC suggests changes to host football match against Cambodia [The News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PFF-NC-delegation-of-Shahid-Khokhar-and-Shahzad-Anwar-visit-Jinnah-Stadium-Islamabad-for-inspection-1.jpg "NC suggests changes to host football match against Cambodia [The News]")
August18August 18, 2023
NC suggests changes to host football match against Cambodia [The News]
PFF delegation satisfied with Jinnah Stadium but have suggested further changes to ensure FIFA approves it as venue for 2026 WCQs home leg vs Cambodia in 17 October
![PFF satisfied with Jinnah Stadium for FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier [Geo Super]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PFF-NC-delegation-of-Shahid-Khokhar-and-Shahzad-Anwar-visit-Jinnah-Stadium-Islamabad-for-inspection.jpg "PFF satisfied with Jinnah Stadium for FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier [Geo Super]")
August17August 18, 2023
PFF satisfied with Jinnah Stadium for FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier [Geo Super]
PFF delegation 'satisfied' with Jinnah Stadium, requests PSB to ensure pitch, scoreboard, lights meet FIFA requirements for confirmation to host 2026 WCQs home leg vs Cambodia
![‘Sports bodies must learn to be self-reliant’ [The News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Shahid-Khokhar-and-Haroon-Malik-addressing-presser-in-PFF-House.jpeg "‘Sports bodies must learn to be self-reliant’ [The News]")
August15August 15, 2023
‘Sports bodies must learn to be self-reliant’ [The News]
PFF NC member Shahid Khokhar says sports federations in Pakistan only relying on funding from international bodies and govt support is obsolete and unsustainable. Also urged govt to focus on sporting infrastructure instead of authoritarian control on sporting matters.
![PFF NC delegation meets SBP DG [The News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Punjab-Stadium-Lahore.jpg "PFF NC delegation meets SBP DG [The News]")
August12August 12, 2023
PFF NC delegation meets SBP DG [The News]
Sports Board Punjab likely to consent Punjab Stadium as potential 'home' venue for 2026 WCQs game against Cambodia on 17 October, subject to meeting FIFA/AFC venue requirements.
![Interior ministry clearance awaited for Pakistan to travel for SAFF Cup in India [Dawn]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IPC-PFF.png "Interior ministry clearance awaited for Pakistan to travel for SAFF Cup in India [Dawn]")
June7June 7, 2023
Interior ministry clearance awaited for Pakistan to travel for SAFF Cup in India [Dawn]
As Pakistan MNT gets initial clearance for Mauritius tour, PFF NC source admits delay over NOC issuance was partly due to them not submitted all required documents to IPC Ministry beforehand
![PFF holds meeting of Scrutiny Advisory Committee at PFF HQ [The Nation]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Club-Scrutiny-Advisory-Committee-formed-by-PFF-NC-1160x535.jpg "PFF holds meeting of Scrutiny Advisory Committee at PFF HQ [The Nation]")
June3June 3, 2023
PFF holds meeting of Scrutiny Advisory Committee at PFF HQ [The Nation]
Scrutiny Advisory Committee's main responsibility is to coordinate between PFF and Football Clubs, observe scrutiny process and provide feedback to PFF NC.
![PFF yet to get NOC for India and Mauritius tours [The News]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/SAFF-Championship-2023-official-draws-1160x535.jpg "PFF yet to get NOC for India and Mauritius tours [The News]")
June2June 2, 2023
PFF yet to get NOC for India and Mauritius tours [The News]
PSB says PFF NC's initial NOC request for Pakistan taking part in 2023 SAFF Championship in India lacked 'required documentation and information'. NC says all required documentation submitted.
![PFF, MCB Islamic Bank ink MoU to simplify club account opening process [The Nation]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/PFF-NC-and-MCB-Islamic-Bank-sign-MoU-for-club-bank-accounts-1160x535.jpeg "PFF, MCB Islamic Bank ink MoU to simplify club account opening process [The Nation]")
May25May 25, 2023
PFF, MCB Islamic Bank ink MoU to simplify club account opening process [The Nation]
PFF NC's MoU with MCB Islamic Bank to 'simplify and speed up the process' for football clubs, registered via Pakistan Football Connect, to open bank accounts and fulfill a key legal requirement to attain election voting rights.
![IPC Minister slams PFF NC’s performance [Dawn]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IPC-Minister-Ehsan-Mazari-with-PFF-NC-Chairman-Haroon-Malik-1160x535.jpg "IPC Minister slams PFF NC’s performance [Dawn]")
May18May 18, 2023
IPC Minister slams PFF NC’s performance [Dawn]
IPC Minister Ehsan ur Rehman Mazari strongly criticised Haroon Malik-led NC over 'backtracking' on promises regarding timely PFF elections; vows to urge FIFA on changing NC