Overview
- Etzaz Hussain equalized in the 29th minute after Mahboob Hanifi’s fifth-minute opener to finish 1-1 in Asian Cup qualifying.
- The strike marked Pakistan’s first official goal under head coach Nolberto Solano.
- RPP reported the result confirmed Pakistan’s elimination from the 2027 Asian Cup, though remaining matches are still scheduled.
- Pakistan sits last in Group E on two points, trailing leader Syria by 10 after four group games.
- Solano has described his tenure as a long-term rebuild, citing the lack of a professional league and reliance on amateur competitions.