Hajra Khan (footballer)

Hajra Khan (born 29 December 1993) is a Pakistani footballer who was the captain of the Pakistan women's national football team. She plays as a striker or midfielder. She became part of Pakistan national team in 2009 which she led as a captain in 2014.

Early and personal life
Hajra Khan, born on December 29, 1993, in Karachi, Pakistan, was a remarkable athlete from an early age. While her dream was to become a professional athlete, Khan initially made a name for herself in track and field. She represented Pakistan in the prestigious Salwan Games where she ran a half marathon held in India in 2004, showcasing her talent and determination on an international stage. However, it was in the realm of football that Khan truly found her passion and excelled. At the tender age of 14, she embarked on her football journey, joining the Diya Women's Football Club after impressing during tryouts for the provincial football team of Sindh. Khan's debut was nothing short of extraordinary, as she scored an impressive nine goals in just three games during the National Championship. Her outstanding performance not only contributed to her team's success but also earned her the well-deserved title of Top Scorer of the tournament. From that point onward, Hajra Khan's trajectory as a gifted football player continued to rise, leaving an indelible mark on the sport in Pakistan.

Club career
Starting with Diya W.F.C., she won the Misha Dawood Trophy during the 2010 National Women Football Championship.

In January 2014, she decided to leave Diya and join Balochistan United. Khan won the Pakistani women's football championship with Balochistan United in 2014, scoring the only goal against former club Diya in the final. She then accepted an offer to play for Maldivian club Sun Hotels and Resorts FC in the FAM Women's Football Championship.

In summer 2015, Khan spent a month in Germany and attended pre-season trials with four clubs. She was unable to accept a transfer offer from MSV Duisburg due to visa issues. She became the only Pakistani player to score 100 goals in her club career. She joined Sun Hotels and Resorts Maldives club on 24 May 2015. Hajra currently plays for Pakistan Army.

International career
In 2009, Khan was selected in the Pakistan national team for the 2010 South Asian Games in Dhaka, Bangladesh. After Khan's participation at this event, the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) selected her for a FIFA women's football coaching course in Colombo, Sri Lanka. In December 2010, she played in the inaugural SAFF Women's Championship, helping Pakistan reach the semi-final.

She was the first Pakistani women footballer to sign an international contract in 2014 with Sun Hotels & Resorts Football Club to play in the Maldives National Women's league.

Netball
At the 2011 South Asian Beach Games in Hambantota, Sri Lanka, the talented young athlete even helped the Pakistan National Netball Team bring home a bronze medal.

Basketball
Played at the 2016 South Asian Games in India as one of the key players on the Pakistan National Basketball Team.

Honours
Balochistan United
 * National Women Football Championship: 2014