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Iran Faces Afghanistan in 2025 CAFA Nations Cup Opener

8/27/2025

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Iran will play Afghanistan in the opening match of the 2025 CAFA Nations Cup on August 29.
The tournament will take place from August 29 to September 8 in Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.
Afghanistan's squad features 23 players across key positions.
Group B includes Afghanistan, Iran, India, and host Tajikistan.

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Iran will play Afghanistan in the opening match of the 2025 CAFA Nations Cup on August 29.
The tournament will take place from August 29 to September 8 in Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.
Afghanistan's squad features 23 players across key positions.
Group B includes Afghanistan, Iran, India, and host Tajikistan.