Khurram Shahzad
Manager Referees
Islamabad
Summary
As an Ex-FIFA and AFC Elite Football Referee, Officiated high-profile matches globally, representing Pakistan in 24 countries across over 70 international assignments. Currently serving as Manager Referees at the Pakistan Football Federation and Project Head of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers as a Local General Coordinator, brought a wealth of experience in officiating and event management. Certified as a FIFA MA Referees Instructor and Assessor, mentor ed and assessed referees to uphold international standards. My leadership extends to training programs that nurture young talent, fostering technical excellence, and ensuring a robust future for refereeing. With extensive experience in diverse footballing environments, committed to professionalism, fair play, and advancing football in Pakistan. My contributions continue to enhance the credibility of refereeing and event coordination on both national and international platforms.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
11
11
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Manager Referees
Pakistan Football Federation
Lahore, Punjab
02.2023 - Current
- Organized professional development programs for Referees and Instructors, leading to improved performance and skill to develop the football in the country.
- Manage the match officials appointments.
Head of Project FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2026
Local General Coordinator
Islamabad, Islamabad
10.2023 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility and International experience
Head of Sports Department
Westminster International School
Islamabad, Islamabad
08.2019 - 02.2023
Physical Education Teacher
Beaconhouse School System
Islamabad, Islamabad
03.2009 - 08.2019
Education
Master of Science - Health & Physical education
Sarhad University of Science & Information Technology
Islamabad, Pakistan 10.2012 - 08.2014
Skills
Football Referee Instructor and Observer
MS Office
Event Management
Teamwork and collaboration
Supervision and leadership
Problem-solving
Certification
AFC ELITE Referees Seminar, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Accomplishments
- 1st Pakistani Elite Referee of Asian Football Confederation, 2012
- Best Referee of 1st Inter Club Women Football Championship, 2007, Islamabad, Pakistan
- Best Referee in Geo Super Football League, 2010, Karachi, Pakistan
- Best Referee in South Asian Women Football Championship, 2014, Islamabad, Pakistan
- Best Referee in National U-16 Football Tournament, 2015, Multan
Internationalexperience
- Oman
- Maldives
- South Korea
- Jordan
- Tajikistan
- Vietnam
- Malaysia
- Nepal
- China
- Kuwait
- UAE
- Bahrain
- Qatar
- Iran
- Mongolia
- Philippines
- Bhutan
- Uzbekistan
- Thailand
- Singapore
- Kyrgyzstan
- Saudi Arabia
- Myanmar
Timeline
FIFA Regional Referees Instructor Course, Dubai
05-2024
Head of Project FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2026
Local General Coordinator
10.2023 - Current
FIFA FUTURU lll Referees Instructors Seminar, South Korea
06-2023
Manager Referees
Pakistan Football Federation
02.2023 - Current
Head of Sports Department
Westminster International School
08.2019 - 02.2023
FIFA FUTURU lll Referees Instructors (online),
08-2019
FIFA FUTURU lll Referees Instructors, South Korea
06-2019
AFC ELITE Referees Seminar, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
11-2017
AFC ELITE Referees Seminar, Dubai
11-2016
AFC ELITE Referees Seminar, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
11-2015
AFC ELITE Referees Seminar, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
11-2014
AFC ELITE Referees Seminar, , Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
11-2013
AFC ELITE Referees Seminar, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
11-2012
Master of Science - Health & Physical education
Sarhad University of Science & Information Technology
10.2012 - 08.2014
AFC ELITE Referees Seminar, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
11-2011
Physical Education Teacher
Beaconhouse School System
03.2009 - 08.2019
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