In an exciting turn of events, the Pakistan football team has successfully obtained visas to travel to India and participate in the highly anticipated South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Championship. This news was officially announced by the Pakistan Football Federation in a press release on Monday.
According to the press release, the Indian High Commission in Mauritius, where the team was present for a Four Nations Series, issued the much-awaited visas. This positive development comes after a period of uncertainty regarding the team’s participation due to visa complications.
The Pakistan football team will now make its way to Bangalore, India, for the tournament. The press release mentioned that the team will depart via an available flight, eagerly anticipating their first match against their “traditional rivals,” India, which is scheduled to take place on June 21 (Wednesday).
Initially, the team was supposed to travel to India on Sunday but faced challenges due to the non-issuance of visas. However, the All India Football Federation’s general secretary, Shaji Prabhakaran, assured that the visas would be granted on Monday, and true to his word, the visas were issued in time for the team’s departure.
This year’s SAFF Championship holds significant importance for Pakistan as they missed out on the previous edition in 2021 due to a FIFA suspension. The team’s participation in the tournament not only showcases their determination and talent but also signifies their return to the international football stage.
Football enthusiasts and supporters of the Pakistan team are eagerly looking forward to witnessing their skills and strategies in action as they compete against other South Asian nations in this prestigious championship.
With the visa hurdle finally overcome, the Pakistan football team is all set to make their mark and create a memorable journey in the SAFF Championship.