Pakistan star forward Nadia Khan has become the all-time leading goal scorer for the women’s national football team after netting her record-breaking goal in the 57th minute against Turks and Caicos Islands in the FIFA Series 2026.
Her goal saw her surpass former captain and long-time top scorer Hajra Khan’s record, marking a major milestone in her international career and a historic moment for Pakistan women’s football.
Hajra Khan, a key figure in the team’s history, had previously held the record for most international goals and played a central role in promoting women’s football in the country.
The match itself was equally significant, as Pakistan delivered a dominant 8-0 victory in Côte d’Ivoire, registering the biggest win in the country’s international football history.
The emphatic result came in Pakistan’s first-ever match at a FIFA event and surpassed their previous biggest international victory, a 7-0 win over the Maldives in September 2022.
Pakistan controlled the game from start to finish and showed no signs of nerves despite the historic occasion. The team scored eight goals in a commanding performance that highlighted both their attacking strength and growing confidence on the international stage.
Alongside Nadia Khan, Zahmena Malik, Mariam Mahmood, and Isra Khan each scored one goal, while Aqsa Mushtaq and Layla Banaras added two goals each to complete the rout.
The result gives Pakistan a strong start to the tournament and boosts confidence within the squad as they aim to make a serious impact.
Pakistan entered the tournament looking to maximize a rare international opportunity, and their opening performance delivered exactly that.
Their next match is against Mauritania on April 12, followed by a game against hosts Côte d’Ivoire on April 16.
