Pakistan v India Footy (Series drawn - Pak win last match 3-0 !!)

[Fessal]

First match on Sunday 12th June


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Latest Geo article:

30-member Indian football team arrives at Lahore

LAHORE: The 30-member Indian football team has arrived in Lahore to participate in the three match test series against Pakistan.

The first test would be played on Sunday. Secretary of the Pakistan football federation and provincial minister Arshad Khan Lodhi along with other federation officials and players welcomed the Indian team at the Allama Iqbal international airport.

The Indian squat comprises of 21 players and 9 officials. The first test of the three test series between Pakistan and India would be played on 12th June for which the host team would leave for Quetta on Saturday morning. The second test would be played on 16th June in Peshawar and the third test would be played on 18th June at Lahore.

Captain of the Indian team Shanmugam Venkatesh has said that he is under no pressure and he has come to play football in Pakistan in a cordial atmosphere and this visit has nothing to do with the defeat of the Indian team in the SAF games.
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39 players reported in football training camp

QUETTA: Thirty-nine players have been reported in a training camp organized here for the preparation of series against India.

According to spokesman of Pakistan Football Federation, the thirty nine players among which seventeen belonged to Habib Bank, National Bank, Army and police would take part in open trials.

Players from WAPDA would report in the camp within few days, he added.


Pakistan football team to be selected on merit: Faisal Saleh Hayat

LAHORE: President of the Pakistan football federation and federal minister Faisal Saleh Hayat has stressed that merit would be the only criteria for the selection of the Pakistan football team for the home series against India in June.

During a meeting in Lahore Faisal Saleh Hayat directed the federation Secretary Arshad Khan Lodhi and all its directors to ensure that the selection of the football team for the series against India would be done on merit and no laxiness in this regard would be tolerated.

He said that the Indian football team is coming to Pakistan after 12 years and this is the first test series between the two countries that’s why Pakistan should bring its most tough side on the ground. The three tests between the Pakistan and Indian teams would be played on 12th, 16th and 18th June in Quetta, Peshawar and Lahore.

Faisal Saleh Hayat said that talent is being searched for the formulation of a strong team and even if 45 players were to be invited, then the federation would make this arrangement. The meeting also discussed the vision Pakistan program.

Source: Geo.tv

[Master-P]

Do they even know the rules? :)) :)) :))

[Hash]

Pakistan actually won the South Asian Games Gold medal in football. They beat India 1-0 in the final in Islamabad. I'll try and dig up some pictures of the game.

[Hash]

Pakistan players with the medal (http://cache.gettyimages.com/comp/3221284.jpg?x=x&dasite=MS_GINS&ef=2&ev=1&dareq=43E D701CA26566B69677D2ABF6008FA2)

Crowd (http://cache.gettyimages.com/comp/3221200.jpg?x=x&dasite=MS_GINS&ef=2&ev=1&dareq=43E D701CA26566B6ADF554FD6A097CE3)

celebrating the goal (http://cache.gettyimages.com/comp/3220886.jpg?x=x&dasite=MS_GINS&ef=2&ev=1&dareq=43E D701CA26566B65939E195CC702B43)

more celebrations (http://cache.gettyimages.com/comp/3213040.jpg?x=x&dasite=MS_GINS&ef=2&ev=1&dareq=D7E CDAC53C45CC05A149E1BD200B15A4)

[karachiite]

Th liyari boys did it for the team

[adi 101]

go pakistan!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! hopefully we shall build a team who can compete against the top footballing nations around the world although it might take a while.....

[w4s1m786]

only if uk pakistanis could play for pakistan we would then have a very decent team, i know if given the chance i would play football for pakistan

[Master-P]

Yh and i can be the pakistani rivaldo

[adi 101]

i can be the pakistani ronaldinho/zidane

[Geordie Ahmed]

i heard a rumour that this pakistani kid from Newcastle who i play footy with went to Pakistan to play for the footy team - im not sure how true this is tho

[Fessal]

Hope its true GA. Are there many good Pak players up newcastle? u any good?

[Geordie Ahmed]

Nah im ******! :D :D

Im average - its my fitness which is awful at the moment!
I just checked the Pak football website and the rumours are true it seems
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Today Britsh Born Pakistani Football Player Shakeel Ahmed had his first training session at the Pakistan Football Camp in Quetta.

Shakeel, as we reported earlier he had several injuries, is bothered still by some injuries and these keep bothering him also at the training.

But Shakeel promised to try not letting down all the Pakistani Football Fans which are counting on him!

Thanks Shakeel Allah bless YOU!
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Here is an earlier post about him
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25 Years old British Pakistani midfielder Shakeel Ahmed will have his big day in the Pakistan Football Camp in Quetta today(monday).

He had a positive meeting with Col. Mujahidullah Tareen yesterday night and Chief Selector Col. Younus Changezi will pick up Shakeel from the Quetta Airport on Monday.

Shakeel's chances are big to become the first British Pakistani to play for the Pakistan National Football Team. If Shakeel Ahmed gets selected he will play in the 3 match Indo-Pak Football Series in June 2005.

All the best from FootballPakistan.com...

A small profile about Shakeel:


Name: Shakeel Ahmed


Nickname: SHAK


Date of Birth: 30.12.1979


Age: 25


Nationality: British and Pakistani


Place of Residence: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, UK


Height: 6ft (183 cm)


Weight: 77kg (12 stones)


Club: Out of contract


Previous Clubs: Fulham FC, Charlton Athletic FC, Gateshead FC


Position: Defensive Midfielder


Other Positions: Sweeper, Attacking Midfielder


Recent History: Injury problems have been a major problem for Shakeel Ahmed during the past few seasons. A few are highlighted below:

Stress fractures on both legs specifically on the fibula.

A broken toe on his preferred right toe.

Stomach problems resulting in weakness and for a time to give up the game to concentrate on recovery.


Attributes: Shakeel Ahmed's attributes are as follows:

Speed is Shakeel's major attribute - he is able to do the 100 metres in a time of 10.53 seconds which translates into his game.

Shakeel has excellent physical and mental strength making him a formidable team player.

His tackling is precise therefore allowing him to break up opposition moves.

Shakeel’s ball control and touch is superb allowing him to carry the ball forward and to start attacks.

Stamina and strength are leading parts of the jigsaw that is Shakeel Ahmed.

He is extremely versatile as to what position he plays in meaning he can slot in for any outfield player.


Ambitions: To play for the Pakistani national team and to progress the team from its current position allowing all Pakistani’s to have pride in their football.


Notes: Shakeel will be talking to a number of clubs over the summer as he is out of contract.

Those include clubs in Spain and England.



Comment by Gateshead FC Coach:
Having watched Shakeel play on numerous occasions I can sincerely say he should be a great monument to Pakistani football in the future inshallah.

His speed with the ball, his versatility in position, his strength of purpose and power as well as his stamina allowing Shakeel to run continually box to box should see shakeel explode on to the Pakistani football set up.

The experience he has picked up at clubs such as Charlton and Fulham, surrounded by players who are giants of the modern game will only help influence a player who has not yet reached his prime. Experience on the global stage testing Shakeels ability, tenacity and mental resolve will in my belief bring out the best in this formidable yet skilful player.

Shakeels all-round game is down to following a practice regime in his youth called 'total football'. A regime very similar taught to both Ajax (the giants of Dutch football) and those learnt by the giants of Brazilian football. By playing in every position across the field Shakeel's tactical ability to read the game, to be half a yard quicker not only over the ground but also in his mind has given Shakeel the versatility to be the playmaker, the sweeper, the defender and the striker on the football field.

Whether tackling or passing the ball inch perfect over 40 yards, shooting with either foot I have had the pleasure of seeing shakeel play the game over many seasons before and after the injuries that have plagued him in recent times. Everyone here at Gateshead FC can only agree that it is in no small part due to Shakeel that we were promoted in our winning 2001-2002 season. When in the final game of the season shakeel scored a hat trick, finishing the game with a 30 yard free kick in the top right hand corner of the goal. For those accomplishments both as an individual as well as a leader on the pitch for the whole team, instilling a sense of pride and camaraderie Gateshead football club fully supports shakeel in his new endeavour.

Knowing Shakeel as I do both personally and professionally, I understand how much it means to him winning his first cap for his country, to wear the Pakistan jersey and exert his body to the highest standards to ensure that Pakistani football continually excels and develops. And with the presence of Shakeel in this setup I can only see this outcome occurring.

However, modesty is one of Shakeels main assets as a man, a Muslim and a footballer. Never will you hear Shakeel utter a word of praise or accomplishment upon himself, reserving his gratitude for those around him. It is for these higher qualities of man and not what occurs on the football pitch that we are glad shakeel was able to play at this club before his injuries and hopefully after, now that he is coming back to match fitness

On behalf of all the coaches, players and fans here at Gateshead FC we wish you the best of luck.
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I dont know him too well BUT he is a nice guy from the little i know him! he is an islamic guy aswell mashallah , inshallah he can do well!

[Fessal]

Hey thanks for that article / post bhai. Nice read.
Anyway u keep playing and enjoying footy GA bhai :)

[Fessal]

construction

LAHORE: The work of the Football House under the FIFA Goal Project scheduled to be completed on May 25 has been delayed and FIFA considering to give the contractors new deadline to complete the project.

President Asian Football Confederation had laid foundation stone of the Football House project near Punjab Football Stadium on January 08, 2004. The construction work of the project started on October 25 with $400,000 cost was scheduled to be completed within seven months on May 25.

The work being executed with snail’s pace not reached to its half till the deadline.

Mohsin Gillani, Director FIFA Goal Project was arrived in Lahore to review the work speed. He was holding separate meetings with the contractors, consultants, engineers and the PFF representatives to discuss the situation.

The FIFA official will extend the deadline if found tangible reasons for the delay in execution of the project, sources said.

[Fessal]

Pak India football series arrangements finalized: Faisal

ISLAMABAD: Chief of Pakistan Football Federation Faisal Saleh Hayat Tuesday said that all the arrangements regarding Pakistan India football series had been completed and the FIFA goal project in Lahore would be completed within three or four months.

Talking to newsmen on the inception of AFC referees here, he said two matches of the Pakistan India series would be played in flood lights also while deal for the sponsorship was being finalized.

He informed that Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz will be chief guest in the last match at Lahore.

Mr. Saleh said FIFA goal project had been delayed due to rains and some other reasons. He told that every possible steps were being taken promotion of football in the country.

[waquas_uk]

i think there is alot pf Paskistani football stars lurking aroud in uk they should get there scouts out here

[Master-P]

Thers a professional who plays for Fulham Zeeshan Rehman i think now his probz the most known asian pro football.

[Geordie Ahmed]

Thers a professional who plays for Fulham Zeeshan Rehman i think now his probz the most known asian pro football.

Yeah he is BUT for some reason there hasnt been much hoo ha about him!
Michael Chopra who played for newcastle has always been claimed as the first Asian in the premiership - he is half indian BUT he hasnt made the impact that was expected of him yet!
I wudnt classify him as asian cos i went to school with him and he was white through and through - there was nothing asian about him!

[tahaqureshi]

I doubt we can ever develop a good footy team since not many people are itnerested in it in pak..

I bet half of all PP'ers can beat the pak national team..

[Hash]

the Pak national team toured England a few years back.

Lost against Coventry 2-0. John Aloisi scored both goals.

[Master-P]

Im just waiting 4 som1 2say afridi shud be striker.

[Geordie Ahmed]

Im just waiting 4 som1 2say afridi shud be striker.

Afridi shud be an attacking midfielder :D

[flipper]

inzi should play a sweeper role.

Akthar would be one of those greedy strikers which score lots of goals.

[Geordie Ahmed]

inzi should play a sweeper role.

Akthar would be one of those greedy strikers which score lots of goals.

No he wud Kieron Dyer - always injured and always partying

[Master-P]

inzi should play a sweeper role.

Akthar would be one of those greedy strikers which score lots of goals.

If akthar would be a greedy striker that scors lots of goals just imagine what tendulker would be like he would be the maradona of football always improving his goal average.

[Fessal]

I've seen Inzy run after the ball and do some tackles. Would make a good feirce captain. Remember his tussle with YK over footy during training at 2003 Cricket WC..lol.

[Fessal]

30-member Indian football team arrives at Lahore

LAHORE: The 30-member Indian football team has arrived in Lahore to participate in the three match test series against Pakistan.

The first test would be played on Sunday. Secretary of the Pakistan football federation and provincial minister Arshad Khan Lodhi along with other federation officials and players welcomed the Indian team at the Allama Iqbal international airport.

The Indian squat comprises of 21 players and 9 officials. The first test of the three test series between Pakistan and India would be played on 12th June for which the host team would leave for Quetta on Saturday morning. The second test would be played on 16th June in Peshawar and the third test would be played on 18th June at Lahore.

Captain of the Indian team Shanmugam Venkatesh has said that he is under no pressure and he has come to play football in Pakistan in a cordial atmosphere and this visit has nothing to do with the defeat of the Indian team in the SAF games.

source: geo

[Master-P]

haha they have a 3 test football match! Som1 plz tell them football is played in minutes and not in overs.

[Hash]

the first game was drawn 1-1 in Quetta. Here are the pictures...........

can I see you tackle? (http://cache.gettyimages.com/comp/53057100.jpg?x=x&dasite=MS_GINS&ef=2&ev=1&dareq=46F9E1EC3E3E81DFBE3B2203A27C3309A9C30E9B9B11 4CE8)

is this basketball then? (http://cache.gettyimages.com/comp/53056966.jpg?x=x&dasite=MS_GINS&ef=2&ev=1&dareq=46F9E1EC3E3E81DF3553731A34B02117A9C30E9B9B11 4CE8)

heading heads (http://cache.gettyimages.com/comp/53056943.jpg?x=x&dasite=MS_GINS&ef=2&ev=1&dareq=46F9E1EC3E3E81DF1638D9BB9B647042A9C30E9B9B11 4CE8)

equaliser (http://cache.gettyimages.com/comp/53056936.jpg?x=x&dasite=MS_GINS&ef=2&ev=1&dareq=46F9E1EC3E3E81DF7824CD74DDC872FFA9C30E9B9B11 4CE8)

celebrations (http://cache.gettyimages.com/comp/53056910.jpg?x=x&dasite=MS_GINS&ef=2&ev=1&dareq=46F9E1EC3E3E81DF2260BBF0293B4EAFA9C30E9B9B11 4CE8)

last one, don't have the energy to post any more (http://cache.gettyimages.com/comp/53056634.jpg?x=x&dasite=MS_GINS&ef=2&ev=1&dareq=46F9E1EC3E3E81DF5997F6593DF370ACA9C30E9B9B11 4CE8)

[Fessal]

Pakistan won the final match 3-0 to level the Test series. The match before they lost 1-0 but technically we were the better team on goal differnce ;)

[Geordie Ahmed]

Pakistan won the final match 3-0 to level the Test series. The match before they lost 1-0 but technically we were the better team on goal differnce ;)

[:>

[MIG]

I saw the 2nd match on TenSports and I think they played a decent game.... whether ManU womens team would have given them a true Phainti is open to conjecture....

[ziggy]

I can be the only Ronaldhino for Pakistan as i have good and proper buck teeth.

[adi 101]

in about 5 years we will be one of the worlds best football teams.

[Hash]

lol adi wouldn't go that far mate.

I know an English chap who is in Lahore these days and he has a fair amount of experience in football. He was at the 3rd game and says our stiker Mohammed Essa would easily make a good conference level player and maybe an average 3rd division player. Our standard is fairly low but tours like this will raise interest in the game, bring in a bit of exposure for our players, bring in sponsorship and investment. Maybe in 10-15 years time we can have a team capable of qualifying for the world cup which would be simlpy amazing!

[pakistani pride]

agree

[flipper]

It would be great if we could one day qualify for a world cup.