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Pakistan Withdraws from SAFF Women's Championship 2026 Amid Rising Tensions with India
SAFF Women's Championship 2026: Due to India-Pakistan tensions, Pakistan has withdrawn from the SAFF Women's Championship 2026. The tournament will now be played in Goa between six teams, with India emerging as the most successful team.
As a result of increased political rivalry between India and Pakistan, Pakistan has withdrawn from the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026. This has been revealed by Pakistan Football Federation on Thursday. The championship is scheduled to be held in Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Goa from 25th May to 6th June.
The draw for the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 has already been made, and there are six teams that have qualified for the championship. India (Host), Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh (Defending Champions), Bhutan, and the Maldives are the six teams participating in the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026. This is the second time India has hosted the SAFF Women’s Championship.
Pakistan's decision could significantly harm its women's football team. Due to long-standing administrative problems and limited international matches, the team needed a tournament where its players could be given opportunities. However, following the Pakistan Football Federation's decision, the team's players will no longer be able to showcase their abilities on such a big stage.
