PFL Awards Rs1 Million to Former Footballer Muhammad Riaz After Viral Video
The Pakistan Football League (PFL) has announced a Rs1 million prize for former national footballer Muhammad Riaz after his struggles gained public attention.
- Muhammad Riaz, who represented Pakistan in the 2018 Asian Games, was recently seen selling jalebis in a viral video.
- The video sparked a nationwide response, leading Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to invite him to the Prime Minister House.
- Following the news, PFL stepped in to recognize his contributions and awarded him Rs1 million.
This recognition aims to support Riaz and highlight the need for better opportunities for footballers in Pakistan.