The Diplomatic Stars featured several foreign diplomats, including Eduard Preda, Deputy Head of Mission of the Romanian Embassy, who also captained the side. Other key players included H.E. Kamal Ahmed, High Commissioner of Brunei Darussalam, and Sahin Atak from the Turkish Embassy

Centreline Report

ISLAMABAD: To commemorate Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day, the Dream Sports Group organized a series of exhibition football matches at the Jinnah Stadium, Pakistan Sports Complex. The thrilling final match, held on Sunday, brought together diplomats, sports enthusiasts, and celebrities in a festive spirit of unity and friendship.

In the grand finale, Diplomatic Stars outclassed their rivals, Pakistan Celebrities, with an impressive 5–1 victory, clinching the championship trophy. The atmosphere was electric as both teams displayed great sportsmanship and camaraderie throughout the tournament.

The Diplomatic Stars featured several foreign diplomats, including Eduard Preda, Deputy Head of Mission of the Romanian Embassy, who also captained the side. Other key players included H.E. Kamal Ahmed, High Commissioner of Brunei Darussalam, and Sahin Atak from the Turkish Embassy.

On the other side, the Pakistan Celebrities team was led by MNA Jamal Raisani, who was joined by well-known figures from media, sports, and entertainment circles.

A large number of foreign diplomats, sports personalities, and local fans attended the event, creating a vibrant and friendly atmosphere. The event served as a unique platform for promoting sports diplomacy, mutual respect, and stronger people-to-people ties between Pakistan and the international community.

Dream Sports Group CEO Arslan Mushtaq said that the initiative was designed to “promote sports culture and encourage interaction between diplomats and Pakistani citizens in a relaxed, positive environment.” He added that such events play a vital role in youth engagement and international friendship.

During the closing ceremony, shields and trophies were awarded to the winning and runner-up teams, as well as to the chief guests, players, referees, and officials in recognition of their participation and contributions.

The event concluded with renewed calls to make such diplomatic sports engagements a regular feature of Pakistan’s sporting calendar, reflecting the nation’s commitment to peace, friendship, and healthy competition.