Pakistan’s women’s futsal team registered their first win of the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 with an impressive 3-2 triumph over Sri Lanka on January 15 in Bangkok, Thailand, bouncing back strongly after a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Bhutan in their opening match.
The victory was powered by a sensational hat-trick from Azwa Chaudhry, whose clinical finishing proved decisive against a determined Sri Lankan side. Her performance not only sealed the win but also marked a historic moment for Pakistan, as it was the team’s first-ever victory in the SAFF Women’s Futsal Championship.
Speaking after the match, Azwa Chaudhry expressed gratitude to the fans for their unwavering support and praised her teammates for their collective effort.
Pakistan now face a packed schedule in the group stage. They will take on the Maldives on January 17, followed by a highly anticipated clash against arch-rivals India on January 19. The team will then meet Nepal on January 21 before concluding their group fixtures against Bangladesh on January 23.
While the women’s side celebrated a breakthrough result, the men’s team endured a difficult start to their campaign, suffering a heavy 7-1 defeat against the Maldives. They will aim to put that setback behind them when they face Bhutan on January 16, hoping to get their tournament back on track.
With momentum now on their side, Pakistan’s women will be looking to build on their historic win and make a deeper impact in the championship.
