Breaking Barriers: Arjun Singh Purewal, Simran Jhamat, and Imran Kayani Pave the Way with Spectacular Goals
Get the latest update on British South Asians making their mark in football Amar and Arjun Singh Purewal, Simran Jhamat, Imran Kayani, Safia Middleton-Patel, Jarnail Singh, and Zahmena Malik had an impressive week in the Beautiful Game Discover all the details in the newest edition of South Asians in Football Weekly with expert analysis by Dev Trehan
The newest issue of South Asians in Football Weekly has been released following yet another eventful week for the community in the Beautiful Game...
The North East football fans were in for a special treat to start the weekend, as Sikh-Punjabi twins Amar and Arjun Singh Purewal took charge of their respective teams during Consett's match against Hebburn Town.
The brothers have been pioneers for British South Asians in Football for over 15 years. They made their mark as teenagers by becoming the first twins to score in the same FA Cup tie in 2008. This historic achievement occurred when they both found the net for Bishop Auckland in an Extra Preliminary Round victory against Darlington RA. Adding to their legacy, they made history two years ago when they became the first British South Asian brothers to face each other in a Wembley Cup final.
Arjun captained Consett that day but it proved to be a day to remember for Amar, who scored his side's first goal as Hebburn went on to lift the FA Vase trophy with a 3-1 win.
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Amar and Arjun Singh Purewal stood alongside league footballer Mal Benning and Dev Trehan from We News at the Sporting Khalsa Football Club. However, this time Arjun had the final say, sealing Consett's 3-0 victory over Hebburn with a powerful header. Hebburn, who had held the top position in the Northern Premier League East table before the weekend's matches, could not overcome Arjun's goal.
Simran Jhamat marked her first home start for West Brom with a goal in a 4-1 win against Huddersfield in a match that was played at The Hawthorns.
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The attacker made her debut in the same game as Mariam Mahmood, both of whom were featured earlier this year in the first-ever timeline and exhibition highlighting the history of South Asian heritage female players in modern English football.
Jhamat scored her first goal for the Baggies with a classic poacher's finish, converting a cross from skipper Hannah George in close range. Additionally, Mahmood earned a penalty during the game.
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We News exclusively revealed earlier this month that trailblazing former Liverpool and Bristol City forward Jhamat was joining West Brom.
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Privacy Options can be accessed by opening them. Imran Kayani, a recent addition to the Whitehawk team, showcased his skills during his first home game by scoring a well-executed goal. The Hawks dominated the match against Redhill, winning with a comfortable 4-0 scoreline, securing their spot in the FA Cup third qualifying round.
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It was yet another successful week for Safia Middleton-Patel, the talented young goalkeeper of Manchester United Women's team. Middleton-Patel has now risen to the position of the club's second-choice goalkeeper, right after Mary Earps, who represents England at the international level.
United have let go of Sophie Baggaley, who has moved to Brighton on WSL Transfer Deadline Day. This makes Middleton-Patel the next goalkeeper in line to Earps, who had previously been rumored to leave the club.
However, as anticipated, United successfully finalized a £100,000 agreement to acquire Phallon Tullis-Joyce from OL Reign later on Deadline Day. This signing strengthens their choices in the goalkeeping position.
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Middleton-Patel also last week earned selection in the Wales squad for the opening matches of the UEFA Women's Nations League.
Wales will play away at Iceland on Friday, before hosting Denmark at the Cardiff City Stadium next Tuesday.
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East Londoner Zahmena Malik, hailing from London Seaward, has received international recognition as she has been selected to represent Pakistan in a six-nation friendly tournament held in Saudi Arabia. Making her mark on her international debut with an impressive assist, Zahmena Malik is currently the only British player in the squad.
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2. With a match against Malaysia on Thursday and a showdown with the host nation on Sunday, Malik is set to play a significant role in Pakistan's tournament campaign.
Legendary former EFL referee Jarnail Singh,
, made a visit to Sky Studios located in west London in order to provide valuable insight into officiating and the British South Asian experience within the realm of English football.
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Former EFL referee Jarnail Singh pictured with We News reporters Fadumo Olow (left) and Miriam Walker-Khan
Singh, the first and only turbaned Sikh referee in the history of English league football, shared his enthusiasm with We News staff as he expressed his strong desire for increased representation of British South Asians in the English game. Earlier this year, Singh collaborated with We to advocate for the Football Association to provide guidance to match officials nationwide regarding the significance of religious head coverings as articles of faith.
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In the wake of an incident involving a Sikh semi-professional footballer, where he received a second yellow card for his response following an alleged action of another player pulling at his patka—a sacred head covering worn by numerous Sikhs—it is imperative to explore the implementation of enhanced privacy measures.
Speaking to We News at the time, Singh expressed his satisfaction with the contribution made towards educating and enhancing awareness about South Asians and Sikh communities in football. For more stories, features, and videos, visit our groundbreaking South Asians in Football page on skysports.com and South Asians in the Game blog, and stay tuned to We News and our We digital platforms.
