(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
Pakistan Football Federation Announces 35‑Player Preliminary Squad for SAFF U‑17 Championship
The Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) has revealed a 35‑player preliminary squad ahead of the upcoming SAFF U‑17 Championship, marking the first step in finalizing the Green Shirts’ roster for the regional tournament.
The list, announced on Friday, includes emerging talents from across Pakistan, reflecting the federation’s focus on strengthening youth football pathways. Players will participate in training camps and assessment sessions before the final squad is confirmed for the championship.
Tournament Details
The 2025 SAFF U‑17 Championship will be the tournament’s 10th edition. Pakistan has been placed in Group B alongside defending champions India, Bhutan, and the Maldives. After reaching the semi-finals last year, the team aims to secure its second title in six appearances.
Preliminary Squad for Pakistan U‑17
Khalil Jibran, Adil Ali Khan, Waheed Aslam, Ali Khan, Nadeem Hussain, Muhammad Alam, Muhammad Masood, Muhammad Zubair, Sumra Maher Ahmed, Mustafa Israr, Muhammad Awais, Farhad Ullah, Azizullah, S.M. Abbis Raza, Shahid Anjum, Zulqarnain, Haroon Rasheed, Saad Tiwana, Abdul Samad, Hamza Yasir, S. Shahrum, Burhan Tareen, Muhammad Talha, Abdul Rehman, Hasnain Wali Raza, Samar Razzaq, Shahzaib Nawaz, Muhammad Abdullah, Muzammil Ahmed, M. Abdullah Iram, Abdullah Hussain, Mansoor Ahmad, Muhammad Awais, Ibrahim Asif, Muhammad Essa
Focus on Youth Development
The preliminary squad highlights PFF’s commitment to grassroots football. With renewed attention on the sport in Pakistan through recent programs, this championship provides a key opportunity for young players to compete against South Asia’s top teams.
Looking Ahead
The final squad will be announced after an intensive training camp in the coming weeks. Selected players will not only compete for places in the U‑17 team but also position themselves for future call-ups to U‑20 and senior national teams.
