Syria earned a solid 2-0 home win against Pakistan in AFC Asian Cup qualification on March 26, 2025, strengthening their position at the top of their qualifying group. The Syrians controlled the tempo of the match and broke the deadlock midway through the first half with a powerful header from a corner kick. They doubled their lead early in the second period following a swift counter-attack that was finished calmly by the winger. Pakistan struggled to create meaningful chances against a disciplined Syrian defense, with their best opportunity coming from a long-range effort that was comfortably saved. The result leaves Syria in a strong position to qualify for the main tournament, while Pakistan faces an uphill battle to keep their hopes alive. The Syrian manager expressed satisfaction with the three points and the clean sheet, while his Pakistani counterpart pointed to a lack of composure in the final third as the key difference.