![A digital kick-off, a national surge: Pakistan football finds its momentum [TNS]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PFF-Football-House-1-1160x535.jpeg "A digital kick-off, a national surge: Pakistan football finds its momentum [TNS]")
Youth-driven innovation and historic victories ignite hope for a sustained football revival. A generation, empowered by opportunity, recognition and belief, begins to redefine the game, writes Sarfraz Ahmed for TNS
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![Does Pakistan football structure remain fractured? [TNS]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Pakistan-vs-Myanmar-2027-AFC-Asian-Cup-qualifiers-1160x535.jpg "Does Pakistan football structure remain fractured? [TNS]")
April19April 19, 2026
Does Pakistan football structure remain fractured? [TNS]
The state must now intervene, not to interfere in technical matters, but to ensure financial and constitutional accountability.
![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.
![Pakistan football at a crossroads: From dependency to destiny [TNS]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Shahid-Khokhar-1160x535.jpg "Pakistan football at a crossroads: From dependency to destiny [TNS]")
March22March 23, 2026
Pakistan football at a crossroads: From dependency to destiny [TNS]
PFF COO Shahid Khokhar says Pakistan football can no longer afford to exist on 'borrowed oxygen' and must be built on investment, structure, and vision
![PFF-Lahore Qalandars alliance signals new era for Pakistan football [TNS]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/PFF-and-Lahore-Qalandars-sign-MoU-1160x535.jpg "PFF-Lahore Qalandars alliance signals new era for Pakistan football [TNS]")
February22February 22, 2026
PFF-Lahore Qalandars alliance signals new era for Pakistan football [TNS]
Qalandars model set to transform grassroots football nationwide. Institutional reform, professional league and global exposure at the heart of revival plan
![PFF-US engagement signals new chapter for Pakistan football [TNS]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/PFF-president-Mohsen-Gilani-with-USA-Charge-dAffaires-Natalie-Baker-1160x535.jpg "PFF-US engagement signals new chapter for Pakistan football [TNS]")
January25January 25, 2026
PFF-US engagement signals new chapter for Pakistan football [TNS]
PFF Chief Mohsen Gilani meets US Chargé d’Affaires Ms. Natalie Baker, pledges strategic support for USA’s FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign
![Historic breakthrough: Pakistan U-16s set for maiden UEFA competition appearance in Kazakhstan [TNS]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Pakistan-2026-AFC-U17-Asian-Cup-qualifiers-1160x535.jpg "Historic breakthrough: Pakistan U-16s set for maiden UEFA competition appearance in Kazakhstan [TNS]")
January11January 11, 2026
Historic breakthrough: Pakistan U-16s set for maiden UEFA competition appearance in Kazakhstan [TNS]
Participating in UEFA U16 tournament is a landmark step signalling Pakistan football’s renewed global engagement, writes Kinza Jahangir for TNS
![Professional league can prove a game-changer for Pakistan football [TNS]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/PFF-president-Mohsen-Gilani-with-AFC-general-secretary-Dato-Windsor-John-1160x535.jpg "Professional league can prove a game-changer for Pakistan football [TNS]")
January4January 4, 2026
Professional league can prove a game-changer for Pakistan football [TNS]
By inviting responsible foreign and national investors, the PFF is not just starting a tournament; it is creating a sustainable, transparent model that benefits players, clubs, the corporate sector, and fans alike.
![Football – Also a future for Pakistan sports [TNS]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Fareedullah-Pakistan-vs-Myanmar-2027-AFC-Asian-Cup-qualifiers-1160x535.jpg "Football – Also a future for Pakistan sports [TNS]")
August24August 24, 2025
Football – Also a future for Pakistan sports [TNS]
While sports like squash and hockey in Pakistan remain in decline, and cricket remains inconsistent, one sport which can uplift the international sporting image of Pakistan is football, writes Rehan Sayeed for TNS.
![Elected PFF era begins amid hopes and challenges ahead [TNS]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/PFF-ExCo-Elections-2025-Shahid-Khokhar-1160x535.jpg "Elected PFF era begins amid hopes and challenges ahead [TNS]")
June8June 8, 2025
Elected PFF era begins amid hopes and challenges ahead [TNS]
After years of uncertainty, elected PFF era begins amid hopes and challenges ahead, writes Sarfraz Ahmed for The News on Sunday.