Abiha Haider Receives Dukhtar-e-Pakistan Award
Pakistani footballer Abiha Haider has received the Dukhtar-e-Pakistan Award from the Government of Pakistan, recognising her contributions to sports, law, education and youth leadership.
A two-time Guinness World Record holder, Abiha has represented Pakistan in international football and helped bring greater visibility to women’s participation in the sport. Her achievements reflect years of dedication to a field where female athletes continue to face barriers to opportunities and recognition.
Abiha’s journey stands out because she has pursued both sports and law. She is recognised as Pakistan’s first female sports lawyer, bringing legal knowledge to an industry where athletes can benefit from stronger professional support and representation.
Her international sporting achievements include participating in a record-breaking football match in France in 2019. The event, organised to promote women’s participation in football, involved hundreds of players and lasted for more than 69 hours.
Her experience demonstrates how athletes can build careers across different fields while continuing to contribute to their chosen sport.
Abiha’s achievements carry a wider message for young Pakistanis, particularly girls who aspire to enter sports or professions where women remain underrepresented. Her journey shows how pursuing an ambition can open doors to opportunities that extend well beyond the original goal.
However, talent needs an environment where it can grow. Greater access to training facilities, professional guidance, education and institutional support can help more girls develop their abilities and compete at higher levels.
The Dukhtar-e-Pakistan Award adds to Abiha’s list of achievements while drawing attention to the potential of Pakistani women in sports and professional life.
Pakistani footballer Abiha Haider has received the Dukhtar-e-Pakistan Award from the Government of Pakistan, recognising her contributions to sports, law, education and youth leadership.
Pakistani footballer Abiha Haider has received the Dukhtar-e-Pakistan Award from the Government of Pakistan, recognising her contributions to sports, law, education and youth leadership.
A two-time Guinness World Record holder, Abiha has represented Pakistan in international football and helped bring greater visibility to women’s participation in the sport. Her achievements reflect years of dedication to a field where female athletes continue to face barriers to opportunities and recognition.
Abiha’s journey stands out because she has pursued both sports and law. She is recognised as Pakistan’s first female sports lawyer, bringing legal knowledge to an industry where athletes can benefit from stronger professional support and representation.
Her international sporting achievements include participating in a record-breaking football match in France in 2019. The event, organised to promote women’s participation in football, involved hundreds of players and lasted for more than 69 hours.
Her experience demonstrates how athletes can build careers across different fields while continuing to contribute to their chosen sport.
Abiha’s achievements carry a wider message for young Pakistanis, particularly girls who aspire to enter sports or professions where women remain underrepresented. Her journey shows how pursuing an ambition can open doors to opportunities that extend well beyond the original goal.
However, talent needs an environment where it can grow. Greater access to training facilities, professional guidance, education and institutional support can help more girls develop their abilities and compete at higher levels.
The Dukhtar-e-Pakistan Award adds to Abiha’s list of achievements while drawing attention to the potential of Pakistani women in sports and professional life.
