The Pakistan Football Federation (PPF) has announced its 23-member squad for the upcoming SAFF U-17 Championship 2025, scheduled to take place in Sri Lanka from September 15 to 27.

Head Coach Syed Nasir Ismail has finalised the team, which will compete in a challenging Group B.

The goal keepers selected are Samar Razzaq, Khalil Jibran and Adil Ali Khan. The defensive lineup includes Nadeem Hussain, Muhammad Alam, Muhammad Masood, Muhammad Zubair, Shahid Anjum, Aabiss Raza, and Azizullah. In midfield, the team will be led by Mustafa Israr, Abdul Samad, Ibrahim Asif, Muhammad Talha, Haroon Rasheed, Muhammad Essa and Saad Tiwana.

The forward positions are filled by Muhammad Abdullah, Mansoor Ahmed, Hasnain Wali Raza, Muhammad Owais, Hamza Yasir and Syed Shahram.

Pakistan is placed in Group B alongside India, the Maldives and Bhutan.

The team will kick off its campaign against Bhutan on September 16, followed by a match against the Maldives on September 19 and will conclude the group stage with a crucial encounter against India on September 22.

With high hopes for this young squad, Pakistan aims to make a significant impact in the tournament and advance further in the competition.