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Tag: FIFA
The future of Pakistan football [TNS]
It would be a 'great service' if the PFF Normalisation Committee completed the PFF elections process before March 2024, writes Alam Zeb Safi.
FIFA says working with PFF NC, auditors to release funding [Dawn]
FIFA says PFF NC must complete an audit of its accounts before it can receive next tranche of operational funding. Club scrutiny funding still being sent.
AFC match commissioner visits Jinnah Stadium ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier [Geo Super]
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.
[Geo News] فیفا سے ادائیگیوں میں تاخیر ، پاکستان فٹبال فیڈریشن پر 30 کروڑ واجب الادا
PFF NC owes Rs 25-30 crores (~$1 million) in unpaid wages, fees etc. as FIFA has yet to release latest tranche of funding since May.
Pakistan football is in a mess as FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier looms [Geo Super]
PFF NC has not been able to pay the dues and allowances owed to numerous NT players due to apparent budgetary troubles. Lack of clarity of WCQs preps also remains.
IPC ministry asks FIFA questions about PFF NC’s performance [The News]
Ahead of expected meeting between FIFA, PFF, and IPC Ministry officials in 12-13 September, IPC Ministry has sent letter to FIFA asking about repeated delays in PFF elections.
PFF NC writes to PSB, SBP for World Cup qualifier venue [The News]
PFF NC formally requests PSB and SBP for availability of Jinnah Stadium and Punjab Stadium for WCQs return leg on 17 October. Also sends AFC venue regulations that need to be met by either venue to host the game.
PFF seeks financial support from FIFA, AFC ahead of important events [Geo Super]
PFF NC negotiating with FIFA and AFC for financial support to ease its burden so that Pakistan can take part in important upcoming international events
FIFA hints at potential sanctions if PFF elections not held by March [Dawn]
FIFA has apparently warned the PFF NC that sanctions would be imposed if PFF elections are not held by the end of its latest extension until March 2024.