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Wikipedia - Pakistan Air Force FC
Pakistan Air Force Football Club, abbreviated as PAF FC, serves as the football section of Pakistan Air Force. The club used to compete in the National Football Championship and Pakistan Premier League. It regularly participates in the PFF National Challenge Cup.
History
Early years
In the 1950s, Pakistan Air Force played the Inter-Services Football Championship at the domestic level in Pakistan. In August 1960, PAF won the fifth Ismail Gold Shield Football Tournament, which featured guest teams from India and Iran. In 1961, PAF played a friendly game against the Iranian club Shahin F.C., with PAF international forward Faqir Hussain scoring all 4 goals for his team in a match which ended in a 6–4 defeat.
In 1963, the club were runners-up in the Mohammad Ali Bogra Shield, losing 1–3 to Victoria SC in the final held in Rawalpindi. In the 1981 National Football Championship, it finished as runner-up, losing to Pakistan Airlines in the final. Their first national title came in 1986, defeating Pakistan Airlines in the final of the National Football Championship.
Pakistan Premier League era: 2008–2019
They were promoted to the Pakistan Premier League from the PFF League after finishing second to Baloch Nushki in the 2007–08 season.
At the end of 2013 after the appointment of coach Shahzad Anwar, Air Force ended up in fourth position in the 2013–14 Pakistan Premier League season, and ended up champions in the 2014 National Football Challenge Cup.
It won the National Challenge Cup, after defeating WAPDA 2–1 in the finals of 2018 National Challenge Cup.
2023–present
Following the domestic football revamp in the country in 2023, departmental clubs including Air Force remained competing in the PFF National Challenge Cup.
PAF FC is known for its strong and disciplined style of play, reflecting the values of the Pakistan Air Force. The team consists of talented players who are not only skilled on the field but also dedicated to their training and development.
With a history of success in domestic leagues and tournaments, PAF FC has established itself as a competitive force in Pakistani soccer. The team's commitment to excellence and teamwork has earned them a loyal fan base and respect within the soccer community.
Overall, the Pakistan Air Force soccer team is a symbol of pride and professionalism, representing the values of the Pakistan Air Force both on and off the field.