My tenure with the Pakistan Football Federation has come to a close as my contract has reached its conclusion, coinciding with the upcoming elections for the new PFF governing body scheduled for December.

Appointed in September 2023 as the national team Head Coach, Constantine led Pakistan to a historic milestone with its first-ever victory in a FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers round 1, defeating Cambodia 1-0 at Jinnah Stadium in Islamabad.

In a heartfelt message, Stephen Constantine said: "I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to the PFF for entrusting me with the incredible opportunity to lead the Pakistan National Team through some of its most historic achievements. The unforgettable scenes at Jinnah Sports Stadium on October 17, 2023—when our 1-0 victory over Cambodia secured Pakistan’s first-ever qualification for the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers—will forever be etched in memory."

Reflecting on the journey, he said: "To my staff—every individual on and off the pitch—you were phenomenal. Few will ever truly understand the level of commitment and sacrifice you poured into this journey. Your dedication was invaluable to our mission, and it was an honor to lead alongside you. Thank you for everything you did for me, the team, and the country."

In a message to the fans, he said: "To the people of Pakistan—the fans, and everyone who cares deeply about football—it has been a privilege to lead the Shaheens over the past year. Your support from beginning to end has meant everything to us, and I am grateful to each of you. To the players—you achieved something unparalleled for Pakistan Football, and you did it with heart and style. You made history, and you reignited hope for 250 million people who believe in Pakistan Football once more."

Haroon Malik, the chairman of the Normalization Committee said that PFF and the football community will forever remember his World Cup qualifier match victory. His invaluable contributions to Pakistani football left an indelible mark in history, he added.