PFF Chief Mohsen Gilani meets US Chargé d’Affaires Ms. Natalie Baker, pledges strategic support for USA’s FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign
![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
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![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.
![A tough fight expected in PFF president elections [TNS]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Taha-Alizai-Mohsen-Gilani-Hafiz-Zakaullah-1.jpg "A tough fight expected in PFF president elections [TNS]")
May25May 25, 2025
A tough fight expected in PFF president elections [TNS]
'As the elections draw near, the contest is no longer just about personalities. It is a referendum on the future direction of football in Pakistan - a sport yearning for revival after years of stagnation.' writes Sarfraz Ahmed for TNS
![Challenges faced by Pakistan football and possible ways out for future [TNS]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Syria-vs-Pakistan-2027-AFC-Asian-Cup-qualifiers-1-800x535.jpg "Challenges faced by Pakistan football and possible ways out for future [TNS]")
April13April 13, 2025
Challenges faced by Pakistan football and possible ways out for future [TNS]
With the right leadership, proper funding, better facilities, and more support, football in Pakistan could flourish, writes Asher Butt for The News on Sunday
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February23February 23, 2025
Pakistan’s football remains in a cycle of uncertainty [TNS]
Despite efforts to conduct PFF election process, mistakes by stakeholders have only worsened Pakistani football's situation with recent FIFA ban, writes Sarfraz Ahmed.
![A high time to end Pakistan football crisis [TNS]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/PFF-flag.jpg "A high time to end Pakistan football crisis [TNS]")
February16February 16, 2025
A high time to end Pakistan football crisis [TNS]
All eyes are now on new PFF NC chairman Saud Hashmi as he attempts to satisfy FIFA’s conditions, persuade PFF Congress members to accept the constitutional amendments, restore Pakistan's place in international football, and ensure PFF elections take place.
![Can PFF NC deliver? [TNS]](https://footballpakistan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PFF-Football-House-1-1160x535.jpeg "Can PFF NC deliver? [TNS]")
January5January 5, 2025
Can PFF NC deliver? [TNS]
Skepticism lingers over PFF NC's willingness and ability to fulfill mandate. Latest extension shows persistent challenges to meet FIFA's expectations on completing PFF elections.