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Pak team cleared for SAFF Cup

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Jun 08, 2023 20:06

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NEW DELHI: A major hurdle in the Pakistan football team’s participation in this month’s South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Cup was cleared on Wednesday when the All India Football Federation (AIFF) got clearance from the Indian government to host the Pakistan football team.

According to reports, India’s home, external affairs and sports ministries have provided all required clearances for Pakistan’s participation in the tournament.

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