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Shahzaib talks FIFA ban on PFF, Constantine's return and Pakistan football's grim future
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Shahzaib talks FIFA ban on PFF, Constantine's return and Pakistan football's grim future

He expressed optimism about the return of Stephen Constantine as the head coach of the Pakistan national team for the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers

Prolific PSG appears a formidable prospect ahead of Liverpool showdown
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Prolific PSG appears a formidable prospect ahead of Liverpool showdown

Ousmane Dembele is now the leader of the PSG attack, having been transformed from a thrilling winger but wayward finisher, into one of the most clinical forwards around

With FIFA ban lifted, Pakistan eyes 2027 Asian Cup Qualifiers
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With FIFA ban lifted, Pakistan eyes 2027 Asian Cup Qualifiers

Efforts are being made to hold a preparatory camp for national footballers in Saudi Arabia

Ban on PFF set to be lifted after congress approves constitutional amendments
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Ban on PFF set to be lifted after congress approves constitutional amendments

Congress took the much-needed decision in its extraordinary meeting conducted by the PFF Normalization Committee on Thursday

Afghanistan faces Australia in must-win clash
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Afghanistan faces Australia in must-win clash

Australia had to train indoor on Thursday following a rain at the Punjab capital which has been gripped by thick clouds

FIFA likely to convince PFF congress over constitutional amendments
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FIFA likely to convince PFF congress over constitutional amendments

The PFF congress, in its January 24 extraordinary meeting conducted virtually, had rejected all the proposed amendments

Pakistan football officials move to address FIFA suspension
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Pakistan football officials move to address FIFA suspension

Pakistan’s participation in the Asian Cup Qualifiers is subject to lifting of Pakistan’s suspension in time

No booze in 2034 World Cup, LGBTQ fans welcome, Saudi ambassador says
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No booze in 2034 World Cup, LGBTQ fans welcome, Saudi ambassador says

The kingdom has invested heavily in sport over the last few years through its Public Investment Fund, which has acquired Premier League club Newcastle United and founded the LIV Golf tour, challenging the US-based PGA Tour's dominance

Former Pakistan captain Kaleemullah likely to contest PFF presidential elections
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Former Pakistan captain Kaleemullah likely to contest PFF presidential elections

The former professional player, who has played leagues around the world also including United States, could emerge as one of the strong candidates for the coveted post

Asian Cup Qualifiers: Pakistan football team's participation at risk
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Asian Cup Qualifiers: Pakistan football team's participation at risk

The Pakistanis will miss a big opportunity to play against some good teams on the Asian circuit following FIFA's recent decision to suspend the country

Saud Hashmi appointed as new chairman of PFF NC
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Saud Hashmi appointed as new chairman of PFF NC

Hashmi will replace Canada-based Haroon Malik whose contract will expire on February 15

Major blow for Pakistan football as FIFA suspends PFF
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Major blow for Pakistan football as FIFA suspends PFF

This is the third time since 2017 that the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) had to face suspension

PFF Elections on hold as FIFA pushes for constitutional overhaul
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PFF Elections on hold as FIFA pushes for constitutional overhaul

Congress in its Extraordinary meeting held virtually on January 24 with the officials of FIFA and AFC rejected the proposed amendments in the Constitution which complicated the situation

Australian football player Sam Kerr tells racism trial UK police treated her differently
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Australian football player Sam Kerr tells racism trial UK police treated her differently

Sam Kerr denies racially aggravated harassment, saying her comments were about power and privilege, not race.

Alaba injured as Real Madrid problems mount at key moment
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Alaba injured as Real Madrid problems mount at key moment

Madrid did not specify Alaba's expected absence length but the Austrian defender will miss between two and three weeks, according to reports

My boss should not have kissed me, Spain's Hermoso tells Rubiales trial
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My boss should not have kissed me, Spain's Hermoso tells Rubiales trial

"I think it was a moment that tainted one of the happiest days of my life"

Real Madrid to face Man City in Champions League knockout phase playoffs
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Real Madrid to face Man City in Champions League knockout phase playoffs

Real and City have played each other in four knockout ties since 2020 and will be facing off for a fourth consecutive year. The Spanish league leaders will fancy their chances having eliminated English clubs in the knockout stages 13 times

Hermoso: Spanish football icon against sexism after forced kiss
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Hermoso: Spanish football icon against sexism after forced kiss

Hermoso, 34, denied Rubiales's claim the kiss was consensual and he stands trial starting February 3 for alleged sexual assault.

Man Utd, Spurs seek Europa League last 16 and much-needed rest
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Man Utd, Spurs seek Europa League last 16 and much-needed rest

The struggling English giants are laboring in the bottom half of the Premier League table but do sit in the top eight of the Europa League