The Pakistan Hockey Federation has finalised Pakistan hockey management for the Pro Hockey League, with goalkeeping coach Mazhar Abbas left out of the touring setup.
The federation is continuing talks with former Pakistan captain Wasim Ahmed about a possible coaching role. Ahmed, who lives in Australia, may join the team in Belgium.
The visa process has been completed for a 20-member squad and a five-member coaching staff, according to the report. The team will travel to Europe for Pro League preparations.
Head coach Manzoor-ul-Hassan will lead the coaching setup. Khawaja Junaid will serve as team manager-cum-coach.
Sultan Ashraf will work as a video analyst, while Fahad Javed will join the support staff as a physiotherapist.
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The squad will hold its final training session in Lahore today. It will then leave for Karachi on the evening of June 9. Pakistan will depart for Belgium on the morning of June 10 to begin its Pro League build-up.
