A joke of Communist Times...!

Soviet Leader Mikhail Gorbachev is welcomed by East German Leader Erich Honecker (R) with a fraternal kiss in East Berlin after the Gorbachev's arrive to celebrate the 40th anniversary of East Berlin.

Erich Honnecker (the president of East Germany) was invited to Moscow by Gorbachev for a visit. After weeks of preparation by Gorby, Honnecker arrives in Moscow. As part of the celebration activities, there is a big parade through the streets of Moscow. While the two are watching the parade, Gorbachev takes a small boy aside and asks him, "Who is your mother?" The child replies, "Mother Russia." "And who is your father?", asks Gorbachev. The boy answers, "Why, its you Uncle Gorbachev!". Finally Gorbachev asks the boy, "and what do you want to be when you grow up?". The boy proudly replies, "a good communist!". 

Erich Honnecker, meanwhile, has been watching this and is very impressed. So impressed, that he decides to invite Gorbachev to [East] Berlin for a visit. Again, after weeks of preparation, Gorbachev's plane lands in Berlin. And again, part of the celebration includes a parade. Remembering what Gorbachev did in Moscow, Honnecker repeats the scene: He asks a little boy in the crowd, "Who is your mother?" The child replies "the GDR [German Democratic Republic - East Germany]." "And who is your father?", asks Honnecker. "Why, its you Uncle Honnecker!", replies the child. "And what do you want to be when you grow up?" queries Honnecker. Without hesitation, the boy replies "an orphan." 

"Slide Away" - Oasis

Pen- Picture:-


Slide Away is a song about falling head over heels in love with the one person who you think is going to be by your side forever. Its a song about wanting to let go of everything else around you and run away with the only thing you think is true and real in your life. It also shows a story of dreaming of your true love and wishing and hoping that the loved one feels the same way. Then it turns out the the person you love does feel the same way and you feel you could slide away forever because now that your together nothing will ever match up to it. It gives power to fight the uncertainties of life and to meet the unlimited success. The masterpiece from Noel Gallagher is surprisingly one of the most under-rated songs of Oasis's music history.


Lyrics:-


Slide away, and give it all you've got
My today, fell in from the top
I dream of you, and all the things you say
I wonder where you are now?

Hold me down, cause all the world's asleep
I need you now, you've knocked me off my feet,
I dream of you, we talk of growing old
But you said please don't...

Slide in baby, together we'll fly
I've tried praying, but I don't know what you're saying to me

Now that you're mine
We'll find a way
Of chasing the sun
Let me be the one, that shines with you
in the morning, I don't know what to do
two of a kind
We'll find a way
To do what we've done
Let me be the one, that shines with you
And we can slide away, slide away, slide away, away...

Slide away, and give it all you've got
My today, fell in from the top
I dream of you, and all the things you say
I wonder where you are now?

Slide in baby, together we'll fly
I've tried praying, and I know just what you're saying to me

Now that you're mine
We'll find a way
Of chasing the sun
Let me be the one that shines with you
in the morning when you don't know what to do
two of a kind
We'll find a way
To do what we've done
Oh, let me be the one
That shines with you, and we can slide away...

Aquasaurus eats Pakistan: The search for new life beyond blood, sweat & tears

Haseena Begum weeps as she recalls her home being washed away in Multan

We have seen it all? Haven't we? 'The astound episodes of horror and dismay, infected by the curse of doom.' After all these years we have been through one can only ask the merciless fate; Hey mate! Is every catastrophe is designed for our 'endurable' Pakistan? How long these 'pranks of test' would last? Is there any full stop to this 'kamikaze' which has entrapped us for the last 63 years?


Recall, the musty and old-fashioned 'amma jis', who wandered and maundered in hope of snatching a sack of 'chaki atta'; Those black-outs half a day that tortured a blooming student's academic brains; Those weeks when young and half-grown boys were brain-washed to bombarding deaths; High-flying drones inching in our territory; A 'rocket' shoe barely missing the 'head' of head of the state; Those hours when 'The Times' published us as 'the most dangerous nation of the world'. Welcome to 'our Pakistan': whose tale is full of adventures lead by trait of misguidance and the devious character of mistrust.

Devastation at Charsadda, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

And, now the havocs offered by the surfs of the devastating flood. Pakistan has never faced such a calamity in decades.  From the gigantic hills of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa till the twirling tides at the shores of Karachi, the entire nation is soaked in woe of agony and apprehensions. Heart-rending spectacles have now turned into a matter of routine. Humanity cried to its fullest when, millions of us witnessed a frail old 'baba ji' who palmed the 'chauki' of demolished roof of his owned 'makaan' that perhaps, drank his whole manhood, disappearing in the combers of riddling death. Television channels highlighted a jumbo sized building that failed to anchor to a steep base, and tossed off to its head, where it soon vanished in the waves of generous-turned 'ruthless' River Indus.


More than 1,500 people have been killed and hundreds of thousands stranded by flooding triggered by the annual monsoon rains. The floodwaters have washed away millions of hectares of crops, submerged villages and destroyed roads and bridges. Disease is spreading among Pakistani flood victims, and there have been warnings that dams in the south may burst. The power infrastructure of Pakistan also took a severe blow from the floods, which damaged 10,000 transmission lines, transformers, feeders and power houses in different flood hit areas. Flood water inundated Jinnah Hydro power and 150 power houses in Gilgit. The damage caused a power shortfall of 3.135 gigawatts. Aid agencies have warned that outbreaks of diseases, such as: gastroenteritis, diarrhea, and skin diseases due to lack of clean drinking water and sanitation can pose a serious new risk to victims of flood. Floods have submerged 17 million acres of Pakistan's most fertile crop land, have killed 200,000 livestock and have washed away massive amounts of grain. A major concern is that farmers will be unable to meet the fall deadline for planting new seeds in 2010, meaning a massive loss of food production in 2011, and potentially leading to long term food shortages. In short, flood has resulted in obliteration of infrastructure, agriculture and mankind itself.

"I will never forget the destruction and suffering I have witnessed today. In the past I have witnessed many natural disasters around the world, but nothing like this." (UN Secretary Ban Ki-Moon)

The 'Godfather' of tsunami, as Ban Ki-Moon claimed it to be, is now surely a catechism for our fellow brothers. Where, the distinct backgrounds now share the same arena without a roof, the calamity has surely shown it's worst possible face and suggests extraordinary measures to cope with it. This sensitive time phase of Pakistan can now only be elaborated under two major headings:-


1) The curse of God (Azab-e-Elahi)


The validity of the first heading will surely be endorsed by majority of my readers; as it touches the strings of sentiments of many of us. Fundmentalists suggest that ethics and morality are pillars on which one's tent of life stands. Either as an individual or as a whole they, form a key ingredient of one's way to un-parallel success. We promised to practice the same at our beginning but later, faced a collapse plagued by misery, individualism and injustice. When, the men of 'land of pure' ignored the cure, the nature depicted its color in most devastating way. Humanity in these years died many times and screamed with pain; those complains have surely now bursted in shape of tears of flood.


Perhaps, Pakistan is currently passing through the most tragic moments of her history. The once called pure land is now filled with impurities not only because of the system displayed by government but also because of the inhumane actions carried out by fellow citizens of our nation. The floods sent by nature which are invading our country killing and destroying the lives of many as well as our infrastructure are part of natural disaster but the after mark and the relief for those people is the responsibility of our government which promise average man to fulfill their necessities in such tribal times. 


But, we cannot only rely on the government  machinery to perform and carry the heavy load on it shoulders only. So, what is our real obligation as a Pakistani? as a Muslim? as a human at first. The Holy month of Ramadan is upon us and we can only ask for forgiveness for our sins to the Merciful; the lengthy tearful prayers with a sincere 'tauba'. It's the perfect opportunity for us to counsel our brothers. As it's the need of time, to stand united for the cause and focus to provide selfless assistance to the rescuers. We are engrossed in our lives fully which leaves us with no option to care and help others. Please think about it and try to put to use your positive contribution in order for Pakistan, in times of disaster and need, as it is every individual’s responsibility. 

People displaced by the flooding tussle for food aid in Khangarh village

2) The system of God (Nizam-e-Elahi)


The other aspect argues about the reality-check more. Water flowing over or water at the dead level; we either get lot of rains or we don’t get them at all. In a country like ours’ where a big resource of power generation is through the reserved water from dams the necessity for construction of more dams heightens even more when the consumption of electricity is on the rise every coming year.

A non-issue becomes an ever impending issue in our country when the matter falls victim to politics, hence the Kalabagh Dam issue. Not very long ago those having ‘insight’ would say that various cities of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa would drown in consequence of the construction of the Kalabagh Dam. Nevertheless, they were still drowned when the recent flood waters swept away life from corner of several populous cities.

Map showing Dams in Pakistan

When I compare the present scenario where the flood has left everything in haphazard, to a possible situation we cold have had if the politicized dams were actually constructed - I see a much lesser destruction. The journey from a point where our country was well known for its canal irrgation system to the present extremes of draughts and floods speaks volumes of the politics of vested interests, of bias and treachery to the citizens that continues till day. 


Instead of making the country of ours a victim of ethnicity and regionalism, we should adopt a more broader spectrum - seeking for a national interest and avoiding self-suicide. If we still don’t resolve to construct new dams, God forbid, we would be worse off in the time to come.


Because, the destruction of calamity is not confined and doesn't label itself for either a Balochi, Pathan, Punjabi or Sindhi; but in fact, shakes the entire humanity. The heart of every Pakistani cries for his/her brother. Learning the clear lessons from this 'shakermaker', is the only remedy to fight the hard times - that still await us.  

A Letter to our Beloved Prophet "Hazrat Muhammad (SAW)"

To

Hazrat Muhammad (SAW)
The Last Prophet of Allah,

Dear Sir,

I am one amongst your “Ummah” who want to express his respect, gratitude and thanks for what you’ve left for us to follow in order to achieve success and glory in this world and thereafter to come. You have seen sent as a blessing for all mankind who follow you and Allah Almighty has addressed in surah “Anbiyah” as:

وَمَا أَرْسَلْنَاكَ إِلَّا رَحْمَةً لِّلْعَالَمِينَ

“And We sent you as a blessing for all worlds. (Suratul Anbiyah 21:107)”

Your personality cannot be appraised by any words as it have been so complete and perfect by all means either as administrator or as an companion; as a leader or as a general; as a husband or as a father, in deed you have been a role model in every aspects of life and shall remain till the day of judgment. Allah in Holy Quran says:

وَإِنَّكَ لَعَلى خُلُقٍ عَظِيمٍ

“And verily, you are on an exalted standard of character. (Suratul Qalam 68:4)”

I feel myself a very blessed person to find myself Muslim and amongst your Ummah yet I feel ashamed and embarrassed as I see that Muslims are not united and they have not been following all those preaching of Islam for which you and your companions suffered a lot of hardships, difficulties and resistance from forces of evils. I can still recall one of your instructions in your last address to Muslims of Makkah. You said, “Do not bow before my grave because your ancestors used to do the same and eventually they declared the graves of their prophets as their gods.” I pray to Allah that let this not be happened with us (Amin).

Dear Sir,

I am in my teenage now and I pray to Allah that May I be blessed with honesty so to be a follower of “Sadiq & Amin”; when I’ll grow to be professional may I be blessed with sincerity & dedication so to manifest myself your true follower; when I’ll be an administrator may I be blessed with integrity and honor: when I have to do justice may I be blessed with the same strength as you did on many occasions and when I stand to offer my prayer may I be blessed with fear of Allah and obedience so that my worship should witness to Allah that I am following the path which you’ve shown to us.

If one has to know what is sacrifice, he should see to the sacrifice of Insar & Muhajrin in the way of Islam; if one has to know how to keep promise he should see to the handling over of Hazrat Abu Jandal during agreement of Hudabia and if one has to know what is forgiveness when I must say that no period of time can ever reflect any better example of forgiveness as it had been displayed by your kind and blessed character at the conquest of Makkah when you announced forgiveness to all.

The characteristics of all prophets have been blessed upon you by Allah and Allama Dr. Muhammad Iqbal offer praise to that in this manner.


الایا خیمگی خیمہ فروھل"
"کہ پیش آہنگ بیرون شد ز منزل
خرد از راندن محمل فرو ماند
زمام خویش دادم در کف دل


For faithfully,
Muhammad Shahrukh Khan


Note : This is a glimpse of the Award-Winning Letter in "A Letter to our Beloved Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) Competition" organized by Pak-Turk International Institute in March 2007. Specials regards to Sir Zain, whom without this would never had been possible.

Sultanat-e-Pakistan: 'La Familia' Domination & Pakistan

Is it any wonder why princes & kings? 

Are clowns that caper in their sawdust rings; 

Cos ordinary people that are like you and me, 

We're the builders of their destiny. 

It was an exhausting afternoon about 38 years ago when, a storm of people took it to the streets of the country; a country whose fate was never sorted-out and where the breeze of fear blows, even today. The crowd mourned with anger and then, launched a strong protest against an elite military ruler, who had imposed his constitution on a newly-born republic. As a commanding soldier, who says 'do or die', the authoritarian was deprived of an art of 'public politics' and payed no mind to the most important point in his draft. He had mistakenly made Pakistan a 'republic' instead of an 'Islamic republic'. The response was sudden and expected. A 'country' became a firm 'nation' on this issue and strongly demanded to rule out the clause. The public pressure  was so immense that even, the most fiercest dictator bowed down to the wave of unrest. This is how our beloved country 'Islamic republic' of Pakistan was constituted.


Despite, proclaiming itself as a 'republic', Pakistan has failed to establish a strong  and an authentic democratic system, over the years. Democracy, in shape of hypocrisy, has suffered severe blows in the hands of several martial laws and army regimes.


The political analysts and literary wing of ours, has always blamed the so-called 'military establishment' for a retarded political growth. Most of them, are of the view that frequent interceptions from the barracks has crushed the national morale and always took the country, a decade behind.


Despite of huge criticism, everyone of us agrees with the fact that, the 'political industry' of Pakistan is known for its two peculiar characteristics:-


a) Corruption
b) Bad-Governance


The above of two 'distinct features' of our internal complex political world has forced, the world outside to confine Pakistan in the list of Third world countries. Thus, also provide a valid excuse for the armed forces to 'march-in' in the political affairs. Their 'ironic hands' have cleaned the system many times but for a long-term process, killed the practice of democracy.

The politicians of Pakistan who are in charge of the system nowadays, are enjoying more financial power instead of public power. From the banks of Swiss and beyond the priceless palaces of Raiwand, the tales of 'hidden treasures' are becoming more eminent.

President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari (left) with his son Chairman of People's Party Bilawal Bhutto Zardari (right) 

'Factual Myths' of Pakistan reveal that since its birth, the crown of power is vested among the 22 families. These families (not less than 'families of nobles' in renaissance era) had always had their share in the history of Pakistan. Their powers seems to be endless; either feudal or industrial. These imperial dynasties ruled the country with complete supremacy and had an impact on 'economic health' of Pakistan.


The repeated Philip story which always brought forth an Alexander, has proved to be more applicable to Pakistan. The obedient residents of this 'realm', have always nominated a 'duke' after 'duke' over the years, but never payed heed to craft a one, with their own hands.


In a country, where vote is already an omen plagued by ethnicity and regionalism, our self-imposed 'unawareness' has always reserved an elite successor for the throne. In a crowd of millions, we cry for a beacon to seek light; but our foresight is too blurred to find one. The proud nationalism of ours then, search for a lost motivation in the times of need, which only a true leader can impart.

Hamza Shahbaz Sharif of Pakistan Muslim League (N)

Why is it so? The answer is short and simple. The unfortunate union of ours has never accepted it's 'right to rule'. Whereas, the initial principle of democracratic system states 'an establishment of a governing body of the people, by the people and for the people'. Because, we have never strived to wake up a rusted leader, cursed by slumber within us, to turn the tables of fortune once and for all.


The will to rise and shine for this country along with national prestige died at the moment when, we in the state of paranoia surrendered to political hierarchy; a phyletic lineage accompanied by an obsolete imperial rule. 2% of aristocratic families of political preeminence, which have never allowed the overwhelming middle/lower class speakers to emerge, which pose an extincting threat to their political domination. They control the hearts and minds of the local population through the huge lands they own.

"Under the 18th amendment, the clause of intra-party elections has been ruled out; giving authority to party heads to stay-on. The new amendment might have reduced President's prestige but, provides party heads the power of issuing order to dissolve the parliament, at any instant."

Ironically, all major political parties (with few exceptions) are run on family basis. After the death, a son or a daughter is nominated as party head. This act of 'democratic suicide' is now legalized under the recent 18th amendment, where raising a voice against the rigid and tyrannical party leadership has been declared as a crime. None of us ever ruminated that our screams of social and economic dismay would be synchronized as a tacit of mistrust.

Moonis Elahi of Pakistan Muslim League (Q)

The beginning of this insurrectionist passage might seem extraneous. But, as far as it goes the citizens of this nation; who are proudly restrained to their traditional patriotism and are fond of uplifting their dignity and self-esteem have given away their identity, in the process. The purposeful creation of this nation has been erased from our memories; no one even dares to explain the future of  the flag embed with crescent and star. The daily efforts of ours are the going in vain as we witness our daily rights and merits eaten by the moth of nepotism, corruption & injustice.


The nation which nullified the tyrant and totalitarian rule of a dictator in 60's, has become weak with startle. It's frailty resulted in the extinction of a number of ambitious leaders, in the way. The Islamic Republic, for which our ancestors fought for is now on the road of becoming supreme monarchy, with fate of crown sealed for decades.


So, how about rephrasing 'Republic' of ours into 'Sultanate'- where a prince son inherit a king father and where power is vested in noble families; to help the blue babies of "Bhuttos, Sharifs, Chadhurys, Syeds, Qureshis, Legharis, Gillanis, Khosas, Jatois, Bugtis" and their dynasties to rule for centuries. Let, the innocent Bilawal, the outspoken Hamza and the proactive Moonis to be the next emperor while, others clap and praise their tales of never-ending success.

Pakistani Soccer Fame-men

Even, though Pakistan seems to be an unknown name when it comes to football. But,there comes no doubt from the fact that "Green Shirts" lack no talent in making a mark in this sport as well. Despite, a par average record in football as a team, the Pakistanis were still able to exhibit their unique individual skills to the world. Many of our "Pakistani Proud Diaspora" generation has been a regular part of power house clubs in Europe & Asia. Below, are mentioned some huge soccer-names from Pakistan, who are waving the nation's pride in various corners of the world :-

 Zesh Rehman

Captain Zesh Rehman playing for Bradford City

Zeshan "Zesh" Rehman  is a British Pakistani football defender who plays for Bradford City. He was the first British Asian to start a Premier League match and is the first to have played in all four divisions of professional football in England. He also plays for the Pakistan national football team and was the first Pakistani international footballer to play professional football in England.

Fulham's Zesh Rehman challenges Didier Drogba of Chelsea during a match

He started his career at Fulham and made a total of 21 league appearances. During his time at Fulham he had loan spells at Brighton & Hove Albion and Norwich City. In 2005 he switched allegiances to Pakistan from England. A transfer to Queens Park Rangers followed and he went on to make 46 appearances for the West London-based club. During his three year stint there he went on loan to Brighton & Hove Albion, Blackpool and Bradford City. The third transfer of his career involved him moving to Bradford on a free transfer in June 2009.

Former Gunners Captain Thierry Henry & 'Pride of Pakistan' Zesh Rehman in a quest for the ball 

So far Rehman has made eight appearances for the Pakistan national team and has participated in the World Cup 2010 qualifiers. Outside of football he is known for being an ambassador for Kick It Out, the Asian Football Network and the Show Racism The Red Card campaign. In addition to this he has appeared on BBC Radio 1Xtra and writes a blog for Setanta Sports.Rehman has said that, his "sole purpose in trying to be a success as a professional footballer is to inspire other Asian players to follow my lead and achieve their goals."He is an ambassador for the Asian Football Network (AFN), a grassroots community-led initiative designed to support and facilitate the development of grassroots Asian football in the UK.  He has also worked with the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) to try and increase the number of British Asians taking up a career in professional football, and has attended meetings with the PFA in order to achieve this goal. In January 2007 he took part in the London 'One Game' initiative held at The FAheadquarters in Soho Square, London. He has also been involved in the Show Racism The Red Card campaign and he has taken part in Chelsea's "Search for an Asian Star" campaign. On 12 July 2008 he took part in the Islam Expo event at the Olympia exhibition centre in West Kensington, London, a four day event whose primary purpose was to build bridges between Britain'sMuslim communities and the rest of society. Rehman took part in a panel giving feedback from his own experiences about the positive use of sport.

English Legend Alan Shearer finds hard to escape from the clutches of Zesh Rehman

Adnan Ahmed

A product of Man Utd Youth Academy, Adnan Ahmed for Huddersfield Town

Adnan Ahmed is a professional footballer who plays in the Hungarian top flight for Ferencvárosi TC. Ahmed is a British Asian of Pakistani descent. Because of his Pakistani parentage he was eligible to represent Pakistan at an international level.

Initially part of Bury youth academy, as well as a two year stint at Manchester United Academy afterwards, Adnan chose to join Huddersfield Town where he turned professional.

Despite making a few appearances for the club in league and cup competitions since turning professional, Ahmed's career has been hampered by persistent injury troubles.

Ahmed has the unfortunate distinction of being the very first player to be sent off at the Keepmoat Stadium, the new home of Doncaster Rovers. He was shown the red card for a two footed challenge on Rovers' Mark McCammon, the scorer of the very first goal in the stadium during Huddersfield's 3-0 defeat on 1 January 2007.

In January 2007, Ahmed went to Lincoln City, who had shown an interest in him, on a one week trial with Huddersfield manager Peter Jackson saying "It will be a good experience for him and will hopefully make him appreciate what he's got here". However, no deal was done between the clubs and as a result the player returned to Huddersfield. On May 9, 2007, he was released from the club.

England's Joe Cole stands beside Adnan Ahmed of Pakistan

On 25 May 2007, it was announced that Adnan had joined Tranmere Rovers side on a free transfer, becoming manager Ronnie Moore's first summer signing of 2007. He made his debut coming on as a substitute in the 2nd half at home in a 1-1 draw with Yeovil Town on 1 September 2007. However, competition for places in midfield saw him make just five further appearances during his debut season with the club.

Because of lack any real first team opportunities, Adnan went on loan to Conference National side Mansfield Town at the end of October 2008, making his first team debut in a 2-0 defeat away to Torquay United on 1 November 2008. He became an instant hit with the Mansfield fans scoring a penalty in the 3-0 win against Salisbury City, also scoring a diving header against Weymouth to set up a 2-1 victory.

In National Colours

Following his return to Tranmere, he joined Port Vale on trial. He went on loan to Vale on 21 January 2009. Ahmed opened his account with the Valiants by scoring the match winner in a 2-0 win at Macclesfield Town on February 25, 2009. He returned to Tranmere in late March after Vale manager Dean Glover rejected the opportunity to extend his loan, despite impressing fans with his performances.

In July 2009, having impressed coaching staff during pre-season trial matches at Hungarian team Ferencváros TC, Adnan Ahmed signed a two year deal with the team to play in Hungarian National Championship I. He played his first competitive game for the team in a 2-0 win over Diósgyőri VTK in the 2009-10 Hungarian League Cup on July 29, 2009.

Shabir Khan

Shabbir Khan for Worcester City

Shabir Khan  is an English-born Pakistani international footballer who plays for Worcester City, having progressed through their youth system.

Khan was called to represent the Pakistan national football team for the SAFF Cup 2009 inBangladesh in December 2009.

Playing for National Team

Amjad Iqbal

A 'lethal sprint' by Amjad Iqbal

Amjad Iqbal  is a professional footballer who plays for Bradford Park Avenue. He has been capped by Pakistan.

Born in Bradford, England, Iqbal started his career at youth level with Bradford City before moving to local non-league club, Thackley in the Northern Counties East Football League and signed for Farsley Celtic in 2002.

Iqbal helped Farsley achieve three promotions in four years, the last promotion being in the 2006–07 season when they were promoted to the Conference National with Iqbal as club captain. Iqbal played 20 consecutive games for Farsley in their 2006–07 promotion season in which they finished in fifth place in the Conference North and beat Hinckley United in the play off final to earn promotion to the Conference National. He has twice won the Farsley Player of the year award. He remained with Farsley until March 2009, when he rejoined his former manager Lee Sinnott at Bradford Park Avenue.

During the match

Reis Ashraf

Young Reis Ashraf for Buckingham Town

Reis Ashraf  is an English-born Pakistani international footballer who plays for Buckingham Town in the United Counties League Division One. Ashraf played for Pakistan in all three of his country’s group matches against Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Bhutan in the SAFF Championship 2009 in Bangladesh, scoring in the team's 7–0 victory over Bhutan.

Duing a match in progress

Atif Bashir

Atif Bashir in-chat with the referee 

Atif Bashir Qureshi is a German Turkish-Pakistani footballer, who plays for Barry Town in the Welsh Football League First Division.

Born to a British Pakistani father and a Turkish German mother, Atif could have theoretically played for Germany, Turkey, any of the British Home Nations, as well as Pakistan.

Although initially part of the 2008 AFC Challenge Cup squad, he could not join the team because of his Pakistani passport had not been made yet. Few months later, he made his International Debut for Pakistan in the 2008 SAFF Championship against the Maldives then encountering India and Nepal in the first round.

Atif had spent seven years as a youth in professional clubs such as Hertha Berlin and Cardiff City.

Adam Karim

Adam 'Luke Docker' Karim playing for FC United of Manchester

Adam Luke Docker is an English-Pakistani footballer. He currently plays for FC United of Manchester. In 2007 he was called up for Pakistan, where he used the name of Adam Karim.

Born to a Pakistani father and English mother, Karim began his professional football career with Bury, later joining Altrincham for a few months but then joined Bangor City in the 2005-06 season. He was released at the end of the 2006-07 season despite being a fairly impressive performer. He joined Chorley, but in September 2007 linked up again with his former Bangor manager Clayton Blackmore when he joined Porthmadog. At the same time he was playing for Rochdale club Asia F.C.

He parted company with Porthmadog in 2008. In late 2009 he was playing for Canaries FC in the Lancashire Evening Post Sunday football league and captained them to victory in the Asian Community Cup final held at Stamford Bridge.

In February 2010, he joined Salford City but after a short period asked to be released and subsequently joined FC United of Manchester.

Away from football he is Director and Co-Owner of Rosso Restaurant on King Street in Manchester.

Celebration after a goal

Muhammad Essa

Essa in action in a match against Asian Giants Japan

Muhammad Essa Khan  is a Pakistani footballer playing currently for KRL FC. The striker is also the captain of Pakistan national football team and is one of the most talented football players Pakistan has seen in recent times. He can be used as a playmaker particularly in support of a striker, or a genuine centre forward because of his ball holding and passing skills. He is also a left-footed free-kick specialist. Essa has become one the most well known faces in Pakistani football, due to his regular goal scoring at international level.