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FIFA Urged to Support Afghan Women's Football Return

3/26/2025

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The Sport and Rights Alliance is calling on FIFA to acknowledge the Afghan women's football team in exile, paving the way for their return to the global stage. Khalida Popal, the team's former captain, passionately urged FIFA to support Afghan women’s participation in events like the 2027 Women's World Cup, shedding light on the harsh realities they face under Taliban rule.

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The Sport and Rights Alliance is calling on FIFA to acknowledge the Afghan women's football team in exile, paving the way for their return to the global stage. Khalida Popal, the team's former captain, passionately urged FIFA to support Afghan women’s participation in events like the 2027 Women's World Cup, shedding light on the harsh realities they face under Taliban rule.