LAHORE: Pakistan’s star fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi has received a rare and prestigious nod from the world of football, as FIFA paid tribute to him on its official social media platform.
In a recent Instagram post by the official FIFA World Cup account, Afridi was featured alongside football giants Lionel Messi, Neymar Jr, and Luka Modrić — all famously associated with the iconic number 10 jersey. The post simply captioned, “The iconic,” celebrating the global legends who have donned the number.
This recognition places Afridi in elite company, marking a unique crossover between cricket and football and underscoring his rising profile on the international sports stage.
The tribute not only reflects Afridi’s growing global appeal but also highlights the increasing visibility of Pakistani athletes in the world’s top sporting conversations.
