Pakistan’s women’s national football team marked a historic milestone by securing their first-ever victory at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers, convincingly defeating host nation Indonesia 2-0 in a Group D encounter held in Jakarta.
From the opening whistle, the Pakistani team displayed bold attacking intent and quickly took control of the match. Striker Nadia Khan got Pakistan off to a flying start by finding the net in the 8th minute with a precise finish, setting the tone for a dominant first-half performance. Just ten minutes later, Pakistan doubled their advantage through midfielder Suha Hirani, who coolly converted a penalty, placing her side firmly in control with an early 2-0 lead.
This landmark result not only represents Pakistan’s first-ever win in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers, but also their first international victory since a thrilling penalty shootout win against Laos in September 2023. The long-awaited triumph underscores the significant progress made by the national women’s team and highlights their persistent efforts and development at the international level.
The victory has generated excitement and optimism throughout Pakistan’s football community, reinforcing hope for continued growth and investment in women’s football nationwide. Enthusiasts and analysts alike have praised the achievement, emphasising the team’s resilience, meticulous preparation, and arriving confidence on the global scene.
Buoyed by their newfound momentum, Pakistan now eagerly turns attention toward their concluding group-stage fixture against Kyrgyzstan, scheduled for July 5, aiming to build on their impressive performance and further cement their place on the international football stage.
