The Pakistan Football League (PFL) is set to launch next week with an exciting partnership with the Spanish club Atletico Madrid. This collaboration marks a significant step for the PFL as it prepares to kick off.
Representatives from Atletico Madrid have expressed their enthusiasm for this event. The club has a history in Pakistan, having operated its International Academy Project in Lahore from 2016 to 2020 as part of its global expansion efforts.
Adolfo Guerrero Gunther, the Academy Manager at Atletico Madrid, shared his excitement about coming back to Pakistan. He emphasized the country’s great potential for developing football academy programs, indicating a bright future for the sport in the region.
The official unveiling of the PFL will take place in Lahore on June 4, 2024. This will be followed by celebratory dinners in various cities to mark the occasion. The celebrations will conclude with a farewell reception hosted by the British Deputy High Commissioner in Karachi on June 5.
This partnership with Atletico Madrid is expected to bring new opportunities for young football players in Pakistan, providing them with access to high-quality training and development programs. The collaboration aims to elevate the standard of football in Pakistan, fostering talent and enhancing the overall growth of the sport in the country.
