Pakistan vs Afghanistan Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament Final Live: An iconic footballing occasion awaits as Pakistan and Afghanistan face off in the final of the Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament 2026 on Wednesday. Organized by the Football Association of Maldives to celebrate 75 years of football development in the region, the tournament has featured four competing nations, with Pakistan and Afghanistan emerging as the top two sides.
Pakistan topped the standings after completing the round-robin phase unbeaten, showcasing a disciplined defense and clinical attack. Afghanistan also impressed throughout the competition, finishing second ahead of hosts Maldives and Bangladesh. Although Pakistan defeated Afghanistan 2-0 earlier in the tournament, the final presents a fresh challenge as both teams battle for silverware.
With regional pride, history and a major international title at stake, fans can expect an intense and entertaining contest under the lights in Male.
Pakistan vs Afghanistan Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament Final: Match Timings and Other Details
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Match |
Pakistan vs Afghanistan |
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Competition |
Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament 2026 |
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Stage |
Grand Finale |
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Date |
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 |
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Venue |
National Football Stadium (Galolhu Stadium), Malé, Maldives |
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Kick-off Time (India) |
9:30 PM IST |
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Kick-off Time (Pakistan) |
9:00 PM PST |
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Kick-off Time (Afghanistan) |
8:30 PM AFT |
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Kick-off Time (Maldives) |
9:00 PM MVT |
Pakistan vs Afghanistan Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament Final: Match Prediction
Pakistan have looked the more complete side throughout the competition and already possess a recent victory over Afghanistan. Given current form and momentum, Pakistan will start as slight favourites, though a closely fought contest is expected. Prediction: Pakistan 2-1 Afghanistan
Pakistan vs Afghanistan Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament Final: Predicted Playing XI
Pakistan Possible Starting XI: Yousuf Butt, Mamoon Moosa Khan, Haseeb Khan, Mohammad Fazal, Easah Suliman, Harun Hamid, Adil Nabi, Haris Zeb, Shayek Dost, Otis Khan, Umar Nawaz.
Afghanistan Possible Starting XI: Faisal Hamidi, Mahboob Hanifi, Amid Afghanzada, Habibulla Askar, Zelfagar Nazary, Jamshed Asekzai, Taufee Skandari, Rahmat Akbari, Omid Popalzay (C), Omid Mosawi, Roman Fazi.
Pakistan vs Afghanistan Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament Final: What Is The Head-to-Head Record?
Pakistan head into the final with confidence after defeating Afghanistan 2-0 in the round-robin stage. The Men in Green also hold the overall head-to-head advantage, with four wins compared to Afghanistan’s one, while two matches have ended in draws.
Pakistan vs Afghanistan Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament Final: Where to watch the match in different countries on Mobile App, TV and Laptop
Where to watch the Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament Final broadcast and live streaming in India?
Indian viewers can follow the match through VAVEL’s international digital coverage. There is currently no confirmed television broadcaster in India.
Where to watch the Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament Final broadcast and live streaming in Pakistan?
Fans in Pakistan can watch the match live on AF Sports and YES TV. Live streaming will also be available via the YES TV App and VAVEL.
Where to watch the Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament Final broadcast and live streaming in Afghanistan?
Supporters in Afghanistan can tune in to Solh Sports 1 and Meraj Sport for live coverage. Digital streaming will be available on YES TV and VAVEL.
Where to watch the Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament Final broadcast and live streaming in the Maldives?
Football fans in the Maldives can watch the final live on TVM (Television Maldives) and YES TV.
Where to watch the Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament Final broadcast and live streaming in the USA, UK and Europe?
The match will not be televised on standard cable networks. International viewers can watch through VAVEL’s digital coverage.
