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Neighbors Collide: Pakistan and Afghanistan Face Off in Pivotal Match
9 Oct
Summary
- Pakistan and Afghanistan locked on 2 points in AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers
- Match kicks off at 2:30 PM IST on October 9 in Islamabad
- Hosts hope home advantage can inspire strong result to climb group standings
On October 9, 2025, Pakistan and Afghanistan will go head-to-head in a pivotal AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Group E encounter at Jinnah Stadium in Islamabad. The match, kicking off at 2:30 PM IST (2:00 PM PST), sees the two neighboring nations locked on 2 points each in the group standings, with Afghanistan marginally ahead on goal difference.
The hosts, Pakistan, will be hoping that the familiar surroundings and backing of the home crowd can inspire a strong performance as they look to climb from their current fourth-place position in the group. Under a new coach, the Pakistani team will be determined to secure a vital victory that could prove crucial in their quest to qualify for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup.
Both sides will be fully aware of the high stakes involved in this clash, with a win potentially opening up a path to the tournament proper. Fans of the beautiful game can look forward to an intense and closely contested affair as these two regional rivals battle it out on the pitch in Islamabad.
