Pakistan women’s football team has achieved a major milestone in the FIFA Series 2026. Nadia Khan has become the all time leading goal scorer for the national team. She reached this record during Pakistan’s dominant 8-0 win over Turks and Caicos Islands in Côte d’Ivoire.
The record breaking moment came in the 57th minute of the match. Nadia Khan scored her goal with confidence and control. With this strike, she moved past former captain Hajra Khan, who previously held the record for most international goals. This achievement marks a new chapter in Pakistan women’s football history.
To add further importance, Hajra Khan has long been a central figure in the team’s development. She played a key role in building the foundation of women’s football in Pakistan. Now, Nadia Khan’s new record shows how the team is moving forward and building on that legacy.
Meanwhile, the match itself was a historic one for Pakistan. It was their first ever appearance in a FIFA event. The team responded with a powerful performance and full control from the start. As a result, Pakistan registered its biggest ever international win with an 8-0 scoreline.
In addition, the team showed strong attacking form throughout the match. Aqsa Mushtaq and Layla Banaras scored two goals each. Zahmena Malik, Mariam Mahmood, and Isra Khan also added one goal each. This balanced team effort highlighted Pakistan’s growing depth and confidence.
Previously, Pakistan’s biggest win was a 7-0 victory against Maldives in 2022. However, this new result has now set a higher benchmark. It reflects clear progress in the team’s international performance.
Moreover, the victory has given Pakistan a strong start in the tournament. It has also boosted confidence within the squad. The players now look more settled and ready for upcoming challenges.
Looking ahead, Pakistan will face Mauritania on April 12. After that, they will take on hosts Côte d’Ivoire on April 16. These matches will be important in testing the team’s consistency.
Nadia Khan’s record and Pakistan’s record breaking win together mark a proud moment for the country. The performance shows growing strength in women’s football and sets an encouraging tone for the rest of the FIFA Series 2026.
