Danish Baig

The journey

Danish Baig represents the first generation of Pakistani players to reach the Goaliano Academy, after the platform's talent-scouting system spotted his performances in a local league near Lahore — the start of a pathway that would develop over time towards the first team.

The dream

To win the World Cup with his national team.

Character

Slim, athletic build; medium-length brown hair; among his most prominent features is a small tattoo on his forearm bearing the name of his hometown.

• Composed
• decisive in key moments
• a quiet leader
• alert and focused

Favourites

Food

Pakistani biryani

Hobby

Home gardening

Music

Qawwali

From the first intake at the Goaliano Academy.