After an outstanding performance by Pakistan street footballers in Street Child World Cup, Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) patron-in-chief Bilawal Bhutto invited the team to his residence, Bilawal House, on Tuesday in Karachi.
Earlier, the footballers visited the Sindh Assembly, where members of the parliament had best wishes for the players and announced give Rs 2 million for the team.
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari appreciated Azad Foundation which led the Pakistani team to World Cup for its cooperation to Peoples Government of Sindh in implementing the Sindh Child Act, Juvenile Justice Ordinance, and Sindh Child Protection Authority Act in the province.
Sindh Information Minister Sharjeel Memon also announced that his government would build a football ground in Karachi. After visiting Bilawal House, players will attend a special dinner at the Chief Minister’s House.
Talking to media, Pakistan’s SCWC team captain Sameer Ahmed said the government should support players and provide them more facilities in the country.
Jubilation as team returns home
The Pakistani squad which represented Pakistan in the Street Child Football World Cup 2014 reached Karachi on Tuesday morning.
The players who rose from the streets of slum areas to clinch third position in the event defeating Indians by 13 goals landed at the city’s Jinnah International Airport.
A large number of people including politicians form different political parties welcomed the team at the airport and showered the young players with rose petals. Sindh Governor Dr Ishrat-ul-Ibad felicitated the team for their great performances in the world cup.