ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) has officially named a 23-member national football squad for the upcoming FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 in Indonesia. Head coach Nolberto Solano will guide the Shaheens as they make their debut in the inaugural tournament running from September 24 to October 5 across host venues in Jakarta and Bandung.
Pakistan has been drawn into Division 1 — Group B alongside Thailand, the Philippines, and Vietnam. This maiden participation offers the national team a crucial platform to build international experience against top Asian opponents.
Key Overseas Stars Boost Squad Depth
The 23-player roster features a strategic mix of experienced overseas professionals and emerging domestic talent. Key overseas additions include defender Easah Suliman, forward Abdul Samad Arshad, midfielder Rahis Nabi, and veteran goalkeeper Yousuf Butt.
Team captain Abdullah Iqbal anchors the defense alongside Mamoon Khan and Mohd Fazal. Forward Kaleemullah also returns to the squad to provide veteran leadership in attack.
Official 23-Member Pakistan Squad Lineup
Goalkeepers: Yousuf Butt, Saqib Hanif, Hassan Ali.
Defenders: Abdullah Iqbal (C), Easah Suliman, Abdullah Shah, Abdul Rahman, Mohib Ullah, Mamoon Khan, Mohd Fazal.
Midfielders: Ali Khan, Ali Agha, Hayyan Khattak, Ali Uzair, Alamgir Ghazi, Haris Zeb, Umer Nawaz.
Forwards: Kaleemullah, Abdul Samad Arshad, Shayek Dost, Ali Raza, Abdul Samad, Ali Khan.
Group Stage Match Schedule
September 26: Pakistan vs Thailand
September 29: Pakistan vs Philippines
October 2: Pakistan vs Vietnam
October 5: Division 1 Final
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