Syed Zahir Ali Shah Elected President of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Football Association

Syed Zahir Ali Shah Elected President of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Football Association

PESHAWAR: by ; Ghani Ur Rehman

Former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Health Minister Syed Zahir Ali Shah has been elected as the President of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Football Association. His election is seen as a significant step toward promoting football in the province and encouraging local talent.

Speaking about his victory, Syed Zahir Ali Shah expressed his commitment to developing football further in the province. He emphasized that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is brimming with talent, and all that is needed is to provide the youth with proper platforms to showcase their abilities at both national and international levels.

Having consistently focused on the welfare of sports and youth, Syed Zahir Ali Shah aims to ensure that football infrastructure is improved across all districts in the province. He also plans to launch initiatives to scout talent from the grassroots level.

Additionally, he highlighted the importance of establishing football academies and promoting coaching programs to help young players hone their skills. Sports communities across the province, including Peshawar and Swabi, congratulated Syed Zahir Ali Shah on his election as the President of the Provincial Football Association.