Regional youth soccer match to be held in August, says Khawaja Asif
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Net Desk
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Pakistan has formally been awarded the internet hosting rights for the South Asian Soccer Federation (SAFF) Boys Below-17 Championship, scheduled to be held in August 2026.
The event was confirmed by Protection Minister Khawaja Asif, who shared the announcement on X (previously Twitter), terming it a major milestone for Pakistan’s sports activities panorama.
Pakistan will host the SAFF (South Asian Soccer Federation) Boys U17 Championship in August 2026, a landmark second as multinational soccer returns residence. A wonderful achievement by the Pakistan Soccer Federation. Encouraging to see Pakistan steadily rising as a reputable…
— Khawaja M. Asif (@KhawajaMAsif) December 24, 2025
The regional match will characteristic under-17 nationwide groups from throughout South Asia, offering a aggressive platform for rising soccer expertise and selling youth growth within the sport.
Officers imagine the occasion will play a key position in revitalizing soccer actions in Pakistan, whereas additionally attracting worldwide consideration to the nation’s rising capability to host main sporting occasions.
Khawaja Asif recommended the Pakistan Soccer Federation (PFF) for efficiently securing the championship, describing it as a mirrored image of accelerating worldwide confidence in Pakistan as a bunch nation.
The championship is predicted to additional improve Pakistan’s standing throughout the international sports activities group, reinforcing its fame as a dependable and succesful venue for worldwide tournaments.
