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FOOTBALL - National 20 Jul, 2023

Football News: Naveed Challenges Haroon Malik for debate on football

Haider requests PM, and COAS take steps to save the football in countryAbdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: Former Vice President of Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) Sardar Naveed Haider has requested Prime Minister (PM) Mohammad Shahbaz Sharif, and Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), Asim Munir to take steps to save the game of football in the country, as also challenged Chairman Normalization Committee (NC) Haroon Malik for debate on football issues.While addressing a press conference at a local hotel here on Thursday, Haider further demanded that PFF elections be held within three months, which is a constitutional need. “We want promotion of soccer in the country, as at present the standard of football is declining day by day owing to poor policies of the NC administration. Except for Shahid Khokhar rest of all office holders do not know the basics of football, “he lamented.“Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination (IPC), and Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) should communicate to the Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) about the dismal performance and small football activities, which are not fruitful for Pakistan’s football, as the NC officials are drawing mammoth salary packages and doing nothing. They did not give occasion to upcoming Pakistani lads and gave preference to overseas Pakistani male and female footballs, “he added.He said, “The normalization committee has ignored the local talent. Millions of dollars have been spent on the women's team for a friendly match in Singapore, as some girls did not have Pakistani passports, and they participated in international tournaments without permission (NOC) from the government, which is the law of the land. Local football in Pakistan has ended, the system of football in Pakistan must be put on track now, Haroon Malik is also misleading the National Standing Committee on IPC by submitting a false report, “he alleged.While replying to a question Sardar Naveed said that the federal government had invited NC officials for a meeting last September to dig out the facts regarding FIFA’s recommendations. “Now, NC wants to give voting rights to selected clubs, as the original soccer nursery is the club that is overlooked. According to the constitution of PFF a club first gets the right of playing for 2 years and after analyzing its activities that club gets voting right. There are around five thousand active football clubs across the country. The Premier Football League could not be held in the country for four years. Also, the Normalization Committee failed to organize national events, “he concluded.Also, Patron-in-Chief Pakistan Veterans Mian Mohammad Abbas, Chairman of District Football Rawalpindi Raja Ishtiaq, Ex-international player Mohammad Imtiaz Butt, Ex-international player Mohammad Amjad Chowdhary, Ex-international player Tahir Perwaz, Zafar Pirzada (PTV), and other officials were present in the press conference.

FOOTBALL - National 04 Jul, 2023

Football News: Regional training camps for Boys U-16 to start on July 8

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: The regional training camps for the Boys Under-16 to commence on July 8 simultaneously in Quetta, Karachi, Islamabad, Kohat, and Khanewal, as a 26-man squad will be selected for the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) U-16 championship.Sajjad Mehmood, the head coach of the Pakistan U-16 team, will oversee the performance of the players for the upcoming event. From the pool of talented participants, 50 players will be selected for the national U-16 training camp, set to begin on August 1 and conclude on August 30. Under the guidance of Sajjad Mehmood, the players will undergo practice sessions to further enhance their skills and receive expert coaching during the training.Following the training camp, a final squad comprising 26 members will be chosen. This selected team will represent Pakistan in the SAFF U-16 championship, taking place in Bhutan from September 1 to September 11. The championship will provide a valuable platform for the young players to compete against other national teams. The same team will participate in the AFC U-16 qualifiers next year.

FOOTBALL - National 25 Jun, 2023

Football News: MA Referee Instructor Course concludes at FIFA House

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: A 5-day first Members Association (MA) Referee Instructor Course concluded on Sunday, which was taken place under the supervision of course instructor Mohamad Rodzali Yaqub at FOFA Football House Lahore under the banner of Pakistan Football Federation (PFF).According to an official of PFF, Mohamad Rodzali Yaqub, a FIFA Regional Development Officer from Malaysia, dedicated five days to sharing his expertise with a group of 16 ex-FIFA and national referees from Pakistan. The course was part of FIFA's 'Teach the Teachers program' by engaging in theoretical discussions and hands-on activities, he facilitated a comprehensive learning experience for the referees. Chairman NC Haroon Malik said: “I would like to thank Rodzali who came here to teach referees new things according to FIFA and AFC standards. He extended his best wishes to all the participants who not only acquired new knowledge but would also pass it on and officiate in future matches and reinforced the commitment to improving the refereeing landscape in Pakistan.”On the occasion, Mohamad Rodzali Yaqub expressed his gratitude to the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) for having him in Pakistan and to Khurram Shahzad, who is the referee manager for arranging the informative course for the referees. He expressed his satisfaction in sharing his experiences with the participants and hoped that the refereeing standard would improve. He acknowledged the participants' potential to acquire new knowledge and highlighted their remarkable dedication to approaching the course's practical and theoretical components. He commended their outstanding commitment and enthusiasm throughout the course.

FOOTBALL - National 14 Jun, 2023

Chairman NC Haroon Malik calls on Olympian Athlete Arshad Nadeem

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE:-Chairman, Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) Normalisation Committee (NC) Haroon Malik called on Arshad Nadeem Pakistan's Olympian javelin thrower at Football House Lahore on Wednesday. Dr. Asad Abbas, Chairman Pakistan Olympic Medical Commission was also present on the occasion.According to an official of PFF, sports relating issues came under discussion during the meeting. Chairman Haroon Malik appreciated the performance of Arshad Nadeem in the Commonwealth Games 2022 and his achievement of bagging a gold medal for the longest distance of 78.02m in the Javelin throw at the 34th National Games in Quetta. He also highlighted the importance of motivating athletes and providing support to them in various ways.Arshad Nadeem expressed his gratitude to Haroon Malik for inviting him and appreciated the respect he received. He said when athletes are appreciated for their hard work and accomplishments, it not only enhances their confidence but also inspires them to pursue even greater success. Such gestures can be fruitful for any sportsman, he added.

FOOTBALL - National 08 Jun, 2023

Football News: PFF Introductory Referee Course starts in Lahore

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE:-As many as 24 persons are taking part in the third Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) Introductory Referee Training Course that kicked off on Tuesday here at FIFA House. Similar courses have been conducted in Karachi and Quetta under the banner of PFF.A three-day will conclude on the 10th of June. The four-day long course is headed by Khurram Shahzad who is FIFA MA Referee Instructor and Manager Referees PFF.NC Chairman Haroon Malik said:"I welcome you all to the course and wish you good luck. Referees play a crucial role in ensuring fair play and upholding the rules of the game, and acquiring new knowledge and techniques can greatly enhance your abilities. I hope you will learn things that will help you in the future."Manager Referee Khurram Shahzad said:"I am thankful to PFF NC for the matchless efforts of conducting the courses in different cities. Previously, we have made a successful course orientation in Karachi and Quetta. This is indeed a good medium for the participants to learn and we are looking forward to expanding in other cities."

FOOTBALL - National 07 Jun, 2023

Football News: Women goalkeepers’ training camp starts in Lahore

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE:-Women goalkeepers’ training camp started on Wednesday under the control of women goalkeeper coach Ahsanullah Khan.According to an official of Pakistan Football Federation (PFF), Nisha Ashraf, Tooba Idris, Sahar Zaman, Mafia Parveen, Ayina Mirza, and Naira Amin have been hinted as potential players. The objective of the camp is to assess and identify the best goalkeeper among them, who will then have the opportunity to participate in the senior team camp later this month.Coach Ahsanullah Khan said:“The camp in Lahore will conclude on June 11 and will be followed by another camp in Karachi from June 13 to 18. By evaluating goalkeepers in training, we aim to select 3 players who will then have the opportunity to participate in the National Women's Team camp, which is set to commence in the middle of June.”

FOOTBALL - National 02 Jun, 2023

Football News: Scrutiny Advisory Committee meets at Headquarter

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE:-The first meeting of the Scrutiny Advisory Committee formed by Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) took place at the FIFA House, Lahore on Friday.According to media official of PFF, Chairman, Normalisation Committee (NC) Haroon Malik along with NC members Mohammad Shahid Niaz Khokar and Saud Hashimi attended the meeting whereas the Scrutiny Advisory Committee members were present on the occasion including Akhtar Moheyuddin, Mohammad Siddique, Usman Usmani, Mohammad Arif, Rizwan Hameed, Irfan Khan Niazi, Zulfiqar Shah and Imtiaz Ahmad.Chairman NC Haroon Malik said:“The formation of Advisory Committee for Scrutiny is yet another display of the PFF NC to carry out the scrutiny process in the most befitting manner. The committee will relay the real voice of the community. Federation formed a Scrutiny Advisory Committee to ensure free, fair, transparent and smooth holding of the club scrutiny which is the first step of PFF elections.”During the meeting, NC member Saud Hashimi briefed the participants about the rules of the district championship and the scrutiny process. The matters pertaining to rules, matches and physical scrutiny came under the light.The committee's main responsibility is to coordinate between PFF and Football Clubs. The committee members will observe the scrutiny process and give their feedback to PFF with their recommendations and proposals. PFF NC has termed the committee as a community tool to facilitate the clubs through all possible support. The Committee also has the mandate to advise PFF on scrutiny schedules across the country. On this occasion, members of the Scrutiny Advisory Committee expressed their gratitude to the PFF for placing their trust in them for this important responsibility. They emphasized their lifelong passion for football and made a heartfelt commitment to carry out their duties with utmost sincerity.

FOOTBALL - National 30 May, 2023

Football News: PFF names 28 players for national training camp

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE:-Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) on Tuesday names a 28-man squad for national camp to prepare the men's football team for the upcoming international tournaments including 4-Nations Cup in Mauritius and South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Championship scheduled to be held in Bengaluru, India this year 2023.According to an official of PFF, the camp will get underway on Wednesday (May 31, 2023) in Lahore. The main objective of the camp is to prepare the side for the upcoming 4-Nations Cup in Mauritius and SAFF Championship 2023 scheduled to be held in Bengaluru, India.Names of invited players:Goalkeepers: Saqib Hanif, Salman ul Haq, Abdul Basit and Yousaf Ijaz Butt. Defenders: Mohammad Umar Hayat, Ali Khan Niazi, Mohammad Sufyan, Mohammad Umer Saeed, Mamoon Moosa Khan, Syed Abdullah Shah, Haseeb Ahmed Khan, Sardar Wali, Sohail, Easah Suliman and Abdullah Iqbal. Midfielders: Alamgir Ali Khan Ghazi, Ali Uzair Mahmood, Moin Ahmed, Shayak Dost, Mohammad Waleed Khan, Rahis Nabi, Harun Arrashid Faheem Hamid, Umair Ali and Mohammad Adnan Yaqoob.Forwards: Abdul Samad Shahzad, Otis Jan Mohammad Khan, Hassan Naweed Bashir and Mohammad Waheed.

FOOTBALL - National 28 May, 2023

Football News: PFF Elections Process commences from Chitral

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE:-The highly-anticipated elections process for the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) has started from Chitral and subsequently will be progressing to other districts throughout the country.More than 30 clubs played their matches and were ably scrutinized. The elections aim to establish a new standard for transparency and representation within Pakistan's football community, abiding by constitutional requirements.To ensure fair and impartial elections, the club scrutiny process has been linked with the District Championship. This approach aims to guarantee transparency by thoroughly examining the data of players and clubs through diligent scrutiny officers. The scrutiny officers, match commissioners and referees review the reports and documentation provided by various clubs and submit them to PFF.A day earlier, the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) announced the Scrutiny Advisory Committee. This committee consists of members from the football community, selected to facilitate both the clubs and the PFF itself. Their primary responsibility will be to oversee and manage the scrutiny process of the football clubs. The committee will play a crucial role in providing guidance, advice and support throughout the scrutiny process.

FOOTBALL - National 26 May, 2023

Football News: PFF names Scrutiny Advisory Committee for election

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE:-The Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) Normalisation Committee (NC) has announced the formation of an eight-member Scrutiny Advisory Committee aiming to coordinate the scrutiny of football clubs across the country as the first step toward free and fair PFF elections.According to an official of PFF, the members of the Scrutiny Advisory Committee are Akhtar Moheyuddin, Mohammad Siddique, Usman Usmani, Mohammad Arif, Rizwan Hameed, Irfan Khan Niazi, Zulfiqar Shah, and Imtiaz Ahmad. The committee will be responsible for overseeing the scrutiny process of the football clubs.The PFF has already announced the starting its elections, which will begin on May 27th (Saturday) in selected districts. The advisory committee will coordinate the entire process. Subsequently, the scrutiny process will be extended to all districts of the country in the following days.The objective of conducting thorough scrutiny of the clubs is to ensure that the Electoral College, which will participate in the PFF elections, is well-vetted and meets all the requirements. This scrutiny will contribute to maintaining the integrity and fairness of the election process within the PF