Pakistan, June 5 -- Pakistan secured a convincing 3-0 victory over the Maldives in the Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament, ending a 961-day wait for an international win and providing a major boost to the national team's confidence.

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The triumph was significant for several reasons. It marked Pakistan's first international victory in more than two and a half years, their first win over the Maldives since the 1991 South Asian Federation Games final, and the first victory under head coach Nolberto Solano.

Pakistan controlled much of the first half, enjoying greater possession and territorial advantage. However, despite creating pressure, the Shaheens...