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Visa Processed, Pakistan To Take On India In SAFF Championship On Schedule

After several anxious moments, the SAFF Championship 2023 football match between India and Pakistan is all set to be played as scheduled on Wednesday here at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium. Uncertainty had shrouded the arrival of Pakistan team from Mauritius after the delay in processing their visa. But on Monday night the Indian Embassy cleared all the pending applications, paving way for the smooth travel of Pakistan squad to India for the tournament. Pakistan team was in Mauritius to take part in the Four-Nation tournament, which was clinched by Djibouti.

Pakistan Football Team Gets Visa For SAFF Championship In India

The decks have been cleared for Pakistan football team for its participation in the SAFF Football Championship after receiving visas travel to India on Monday. According to sources, the Pakistan team is on the lookout for the earliest flight out of Mauritius to reach India in time for their opening match against India on January 21 at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru. The match is scheduled for a 7.30 PM start. However their travel itinerary was not yet known.

SAFF Football Championship: Pakistan's Arrival Delayed Due To Visa Issue

Pakistan football team's arrival here for the SAFF Football Championship has been delayed due to a visa issue but the squad is expected to reach in time for its opening fixture against India on June 21. Pakistan squad was expected to land in Bengaluru on Sunday after completing the Four Nation Cup in Mauritius. However, the team is still in Mauritius, having missed the scheduled flight to India this morning. Pakistan is scheduled to face India on June 21 at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium at 7.30 PM IST, but a KSFA official said there was no concern regarding the neighbouring team's arrival.