August has been a very good month for Pakistani footballers securing deals in Europe, and women’s team striker Mariam Mahmood has added her name to the list after signing with Wrexham AFC Women.
The 21‑year‑old’s arrival was announced alongside new teammates Josie Smith and Hannah Snape, further bolstering Wrexham’s squad following recent additions Katie Barker and Jodie Bartle.
Mariam Mahmood, who rose through the youth ranks at West Brom, made 80 first‑team appearances under head coach Jenny Sugarman. She has already established herself on the international stage for Pakistan, memorably scoring twice in a 2–1 win over Kyrgyzstan during the AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers—a performance that turned heads across Asia.
Speaking after the signing, Mahmood expressed her excitement: “I’m delighted to be signing. It’s such a big club, with a good fan base and a lot of potential. I’m really excited to be joining.”
Wrexham AFC Women compete in the Adran Premier, the top tier of women’s football in Wales. The team is part of Wrexham A.F.C., which has gained notoriety in recent years after being purchased by Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds.
Mariam Mahmood’s move is seen as another positive sign for Pakistan women’s football, which has been steadily gaining momentum as more players secure professional contracts abroad.
Backed by the club’s growing global profile, Wrexham’s women’s team will look to Mariam Mahmood’s attacking flair to push them to new heights in the coming season, which starts in September.
