Pakistan’s head coach, Nolberto Solano, expressed confidence in team’s preparation for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Afghanistan.
Pakistan football team’s home fixture against Afghanistan in the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers, is scheduled for October 9 (Thursday) in Islamabad.
Speaking at a press conference here at the Jinnah Stadium of Pakistan Sports Complex, he praised the team’s hard work and dedication, saying, “The players have been working very hard, and we should hope for the best.”
Solano highlighted the challenges faced by the team, noting that the players had to undergo rigorous practice sessions. “All the players performed very well. Our team is fully prepared, and we are expecting a good match,” he said.
The coach also praised the team’s captain, describing him as having strong nerves. “The captain is a player with strong nerves,” he said. When asked about the team’s readiness, Solano said that the final decision on the playing lineup would be made on the day of the match. “We will decide which players to field on the day,” he said.
Meanwhile, to a question, a Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) official confirmed that the federation was in touch with the Afghanistan team’s officials, and the team was expected to arrive soon.