The squad arrived in Islamabad on Sunday where they will play against Pakistan on October 17 at the Sports Complex.

The first leg of the match was played in Phnom Phen’s National Olympic Stadium on Thursday. A gritty contest had ended in a goalless draw.

Whoever wins the match will proceed to the second round of the qualifier where they will find a place in Group G along with Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan and Jordan. The team could then go on to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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In 12 matches preceding the qualifier, Pakistan have been handed defeats on every occasion.