The Pakistan youth teams have continued their remarkable performance in the Norway Cup 2024, with both the U15 and U17 teams advancing to the semi-finals of their respective tournaments. The ongoing competition has seen these teams deliver exceptional performances, showcasing their talent on an international stage.
In a thrilling encounter, the Pakistan Street Child Football Team overcame Germany’s JSG Leintal with a dramatic 3-2 victory. The match was a showcase of intense football action, culminating in a last-minute winner that secured the team’s place in the semi-finals. Mohammad Kashif played a pivotal role by scoring two goals, while Mohammad Junaid added another to ensure the win. This victory was celebrated enthusiastically by the Pakistani community in Norway, marking a significant achievement for the team .
The U17 team from Muslim Hands FC is set to face Norway’s Forde IL in the first semi-final later today. Their journey through the tournament has been marked by strong performances, reflecting their readiness to compete at the highest level .
In another impressive display, the U15 team, Better Future Pakistan, dominated their quarter-final match against Norway’s Forde IL 1, winning 3-0. Subhan Karim was instrumental in this victory, scoring twice, while Shahbaz Ali contributed with another goal. This decisive win has secured their spot in the semi-finals, where they will face Norway’s Varegg Fotball 1 later today .
It is notable that the success of the Pakistani teams in the Norway Cup follows a strong performance in the 2023 edition of the tournament. Last year, Muslim Hands FC reached the final but narrowly lost on penalties (10-9) against Sola FK. Despite this narrow defeat, the team showcased an impressive run throughout the tournament, remaining undefeated and scoring a total of 28 goals while conceding only three .
The continuing success of Pakistani youth teams in the Norway Cup underscores the growing talent and potential within the country’s football programs. As the semi-finals approach, the teams are expected to continue their strong performances and aim for further success in this prestigious tournament.
