Shaheen Afridi Featured With Messi, Neymar, Modrić by FIFA

The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has paid tribute to Pakistan’s fast bowler Shaheen Afridi.

In a recent Instagram post shared by the official FIFA World Cup account, Afridi was shown alongside football greats Lionel Messi, Neymar Jr, and Luka Modrić. These players are all famous for wearing the number 10 jersey.

The caption of the post was simple: “The iconic,” and it celebrated global legends who have worn the number 10 jersey.

This special mention puts Shaheen Afridi among some of the biggest names in sports. It’s a rare crossover between cricket and football. Moreover, it also shows how Afridi’s popularity is growing on the world sports stage.

According to sources, FIFA made this post to get Pakistani fans excited for the upcoming World Cup. The sources also mentioned that FIFA’s local digital teams are working in different countries to improve fan engagement on social media.

This post by FIFA is seen as a big moment in the sporting world. It reflects how Afridi’s image is rising beyond cricket. Now, he is recognised with top athletes who are linked with the iconic number 10.

Recently, Afridi led the Lahore Qalandars to a historic third Pakistan Super League (PSL) title as captain. He is well-loved by fans, especially for his passion and joyful celebrations on the field.

When Sikandar Raza hit the winning runs for Lahore Qalandars, Afridi was among the first to run onto the field. Moreover, he celebrated the victory with joy and excitement alongside his teammates.