Pakistan’s futsal revolution is gearing up for another test next year as both the men’s and women’s national teams have officially received their fixtures for the SAFF Futsal Championship 2026, set to be played in Bangkok’s Nonthaburi Stadium this January.
With six group-stage matches each, Pakistan’s road to the knockout rounds will be intense, competitive, and packed with regional rivalries that promise plenty of drama on the court.
The Pakistan Women’s Futsal Team will make their debut on the international stage as they begin their SAFF journey on 13 January, facing a challenging but exciting run of fixtures across ten days. It is a balanced yet demanding schedule, featuring classic South Asian rivalries, particularly the eagerly anticipated clash against India on 19 January.
Pakistan Women’s Fixtures
| Date | Fixture | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|
| 13 Jan | Pakistan vs Bhutan | 16:30 |
| 15 Jan | Pakistan vs Sri Lanka | 19:00 |
| 17 Jan | Pakistan vs Maldives | 19:00 |
| 19 Jan | Pakistan vs India | 19:00 |
| 21 Jan | Pakistan vs Nepal | 16:30 |
| 23 Jan | Pakistan vs Bangladesh | 14:00 |
A day after the women’s opener, the Pakistan Men’s Futsal Team begins its campaign on 14 January with a similar six-match schedule, headlined by the final group match against arch-rivals India.
The men’s side will be tested early against a physically strong Maldives unit, followed by a high-intensity sequence of fixtures every two days. The closing clash against India on 26 January could ultimately decide knockout qualification, setting up the potential for a thrilling finish in Bangkok.
Men’s Fixtures for SAFF Futsal Championship 2026
| Date | Fixture | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|
| 14 Jan | Pakistan vs Maldives | 19:00 |
| 16 Jan | Pakistan vs Bhutan | 16:30 |
| 18 Jan | Pakistan vs Sri Lanka | 16:30 |
| 20 Jan | Pakistan vs Nepal | 14:00 |
| 22 Jan | Bangladesh vs Pakistan | 16:30 |
| 26 Jan | India vs Pakistan | 19:00 |
With the Pakistan futsal team steadily gaining recognition, the SAFF Championship presents a perfect opportunity to measure progress, build momentum, and challenge traditional South Asian powerhouses.
Both squads now know the path ahead, and if preparations align with expectations, Pakistan could emerge as one of the standout stories of the 2026 edition.
The countdown to Bangkok has begun.
