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Afghan women's historic debut at FIFA Unites tournament in Morocco

Afghan Women's Football Team Returns to International Play

Afghan Women's Football Team Returns to International Play

The Afghan women's football team has made a notable return to the international stage at the FIFA Unites tournament currently held in Morocco. This event marks their first competitive match since 2021, prior to the political changes in Afghanistan.

The team, now known as Afghan Women United, has been practicing in exile. The players have expressed the significance of this event, highlighting it as a pivotal moment in their football careers, especially given the challenges faced in their home country.

Afghan Women's Football Team Returns to International Play The Afghan women's football team has made a notable return to the international stage at the FIFA Unites tournament currently held in Morocco.
Thandiwe Moyo · The African Herald

The tournament features teams from Afghan Women United, Chad, Libya, and Tunisia. This event represents a unique opportunity for the Afghan team, a new formation established in collaboration with FIFA earlier this year, to compete on an international platform.

This four-team event is part of FIFA's broader initiative to support and empower women in sports. It aligns with FIFA's commitment to promoting the rights of women and girls to participate in football and fulfill their aspirations within the sport.

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Based on reporting by Africanews.

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