Korean squad to train in Islamabad and play practice matches from July 27 to August 9, boosting Pakistan hockey’s international engagement.
Pakistan is set to host the South Korean hockey team for a two-week tour aimed at strengthening international sporting ties and providing valuable competitive exposure to local players.
According to the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF), the visiting side will arrive in the country on July 27 and remain until August 9.
During their stay, the South Korean team will establish a training camp in Islamabad and participate in a series of practice matches.
The tour is expected to offer Pakistan’s players an important opportunity to compete against one of Asia’s strongest hockey nations and gain experience ahead of future international assignments.
PHF President Mohiuddin Wani confirmed that a 25-member South Korean delegation will travel to Pakistan for the tour.
He highlighted the significance of hosting a top Asian hockey side, stating that the visit would play a positive role in the development of Pakistan’s players by exposing them to high-level competition and modern playing standards.
The upcoming tour is being viewed as a major boost for Pakistan hockey, which has been working to revive its international profile and increase the number of foreign teams visiting the country.
Matches against quality opposition are expected to help local players sharpen their skills and improve their performance in competitive tournaments.
Wani also emphasized that the decision of the South Korean team to tour Pakistan reflects growing international confidence in the country’s sporting environment.
He noted that Pakistan’s ability to successfully host foreign teams demonstrates the effectiveness of its security arrangements and organizational capabilities.
The visit is likely to strengthen sporting relations between Pakistan and South Korea while contributing to the broader objective of promoting hockey development in the region.
With training sessions and practice fixtures scheduled throughout the tour, hockey fans will have an opportunity to witness competitive action involving one of Asia’s leading teams.
The South Korean hockey team’s visit marks another encouraging step for Pakistan’s efforts to attract international sporting events and restore its status as a regular host of global hockey competition.
