Zurich: In a promising development for Pakistani sports, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi held a cordial and forward-looking meeting with FIFA President Gianni Infantino, centered on the growing potential of football in the country.

Naqvi emphasized Pakistan’s rising interest in football alongside cricket and praised the nation’s young and passionate talent. During the discussion, he extended a formal invitation to Infantino to visit Pakistan — an offer the FIFA President warmly accepted.

Expressing optimism about the future of football in the region, Naqvi shared that Infantino is expected to visit Pakistan in the near future, marking what could be a significant moment for the sport’s development in the country.

The meeting is being seen as a positive stride toward strengthening Pakistan’s engagement with international football and expanding opportunities for youth in the sport.