In what marks a pivotal step toward reshaping the future of football in Pakistan, the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) Electoral Committee has officially released the list of approved candidates for the upcoming elections of its Executive Committee. The confirmation follows a thorough scrutiny process conducted under the newly ratified PFF Constitution and Electoral Regulations 2025, aimed at ensuring transparency and integrity in the electoral proceedings.
The 2025 PFF elections will decide the office-bearers for several key positions, including President, Vice President, and Executive Members representing various provinces and service departments. The final list of candidates offers a mix of familiar faces and fresh entrants, each vying for a role in steering Pakistan football into a new administrative era.
Race for the Presidency
Three candidates have been cleared to contest for the top job of President of the PFF:
| Candidate |
|---|
| Syed Mohsen Gilani |
| Taha Alizai |
| Zaka Ullah |
Each brings varying levels of administrative experience and football involvement, with the race expected to be closely watched by stakeholders both domestically and abroad. The PFF is navigating a crucial transition phase post-FIFA normalization and its credibility and governance capabilities will be under the microscope until the process is completed.
A Crowded Vice Presidential Field
The position of Vice President has drawn significant interest, with a large pool of 17 candidates approved:
| Candidate |
|---|
| Abid Hussain |
| Ali Bahar |
| Eshrat Fatima |
| Jawad Ahmad Dogar |
| Khawaja Sultan Aziz |
| Muhammad Ali |
| Muhammad Azam Khan |
| Muhammad Israr |
| Mujtaba Haider |
| Naveed Aslam Khan Lodhi |
| Raja Amer Khan |
| Sardar Mir Yaqoob Ali Shah |
| Shahid Hussain |
| Shakeel Ahmed |
| Sharafat Khan |
| Syed Mohsen Gilani |
| Zaka Ullah |
The diverse lineup features individuals from various regions and backgrounds, highlighting a growing interest in shaping football’s strategic direction at the national level.
Executive Committee Contenders
Seats for Executive Members representing Services, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, and Sindh will also be up for grabs.
Services
Approved candidates include:
| Candidate |
|---|
| Jaffar Khan |
| Javed Ali Memon |
| Mohsin Ali Chaudhry |
| Muhammad Ahmad Rauf |
| Muhammad Kamran |
| Muhammad Umair Aslam Malik |
Balochistan
Prominent names include:
| Candidate |
|---|
| Abdul Manan |
| Abdul Qayyum |
| Abdul Rauf Notezai |
| Gul Muhammad |
| Rubina Irfan |
| Saif Ullah |
| Shakeel Ahmed |
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
| Candidate |
|---|
| Kaleem Ullah Khan |
| Kamal Abdul Jamil |
| Khurram Shahzad |
| Mian Ansar Ahmad |
| Noman Haidar |
| Sikander Shah Gohar |
Punjab
| Candidate |
|---|
| Abid Hussain |
| Azhar Ahmed |
| Mahmood Khalid |
| Mohammad Akhlaq |
| Muhammad Moazzam Ali Khan |
| Raja Amer Khan |
| Zia Ur Rehman |
| Zulfiqar Ali |
Sindh
| Candidate |
|---|
| Arif Shahzad |
| Dost Muhammad Danish |
| Nazar Muhammad |
| Sharafat Khan |
| Ubaid Ullah |
| Waseem Raja |
The upcoming PFF elections are being viewed as a decisive moment in the ongoing effort to restore stability and credibility to the PFF after years of internal conflict and administrative shortcomings . With FIFA and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) keenly observing developments, the importance of a legitimate, transparent electoral process cannot be overstated.
The newly elected Executive Committee will be tasked with reviving domestic competitions, re-establishing international ties, and fostering grassroots development after the PFF elections which are crucial steps if Pakistan hopes to shake off years of stagnation and finally fulfill its footballing potential.
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