In a landmark moment for Pakistan football, Haris Zeb is in line to make history for the country at this year’s FIFA Club World Cup. The Pakistan-born footballer has secured a move to Auckland City, setting the stage for a thrilling appearance in the competition and giving him the opportunity to compete against global powerhouses in one of the sport’s most prestigious tournaments.
Haris Zeb’s journey to the top level has been one of resilience and promise. While his roots trace back to Pakistan, his footballing career has taken him to Auckland City, the dominant force in Oceania club football. With the club’s qualification for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, Haris is set to showcase his talent on the grandest club stage alongside some of football’s biggest names.
Despite his growing profile, Zeb has yet to make his international debut for Pakistan. According to Faizan Lakhani, Haris Zeb was on the verge of representing Pakistan after head coach Shahzad Anwar called him up for the Four Nations Cup. However, an untimely injury kept him from traveling to Mauritius for the tournament.
Haris Zeb remains eligible to represent Pakistan on the international stage, offering hope to fans eager to see him don the green jersey. With his experience set to expand on the world stage, his potential inclusion in the national setup could provide a major boost for Pakistan football. Predominantly featured as a full-back, the 23-year-old is capable of playing in any position on the left side, making his versatility a tremendous asset to his team.
| Career | Season | Team | Competition | Minutes played | Appearances | Starting XI | Substitute in | Substitute out | Substitutes on bench | Goal | Yellow card | Yellow 2nd/RC | Red card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic Leagues | 2024 | Birkenhead United | National League | 2120 | 31 | 25 | 6 | 15 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | Christchurch United | National League | 882 | 19 | 8 | 11 | 6 | 11 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2022 | Miramar | National League | 128 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2020/2021 | Team Wellington | Premiership | 484 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2019/2020 | Canterbury United | Premiership | 682 | 13 | 6 | 7 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2018/2019 | Canterbury United | Premiership | 37 | 8 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Total | 4333 | 86 | 47 | 39 | 29 | 40 | 5 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| Trophies | Club Domestic |
|---|---|
| National League | Runner-up 1x (2024) |
| Chatham Cup | Winner 1x (2023) |
| Runner-up 1x (2021) | |
| South Central Series | Winner 1x (2021) |
| Premiership | Winner 1x (2020/2021) |
As Haris Zeb prepares to take on footballing giants at the FIFA Club World Cup, his story represents a significant milestone for Pakistan football. Whether he steps onto the pitch for the national team remains to be seen, but his journey is surely set to inspire a new generation of Pakistani footballers dreaming of making it to the top.