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FIFA-Backed Afghan Refugee Team Wins Return Debut in Morocco

FIFA formed a refugee-based squad to give Afghan women a protected route back to international football after years of Taliban restrictions.

Das afghanische Team vor dem Anpfiff
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Freude und Erleichterung bei den afghanischen Fußballerinnen

Overview

  • The team, competing as Afghan Women United, beat Chad 6-1 in its first match of the FIFA Unites: Women’s Series in Morocco.
  • Striker Manozh Noori scored the opening goal as the selection of exiled players made its first international appearance since 2021.
  • The four-team event continues with fixtures against Tunisia on Wednesday and Libya on Saturday, with the top overall record deciding the winner.
  • FIFA organized and funded selection camps in Sydney and at England’s St. George’s Park under coach Pauline Hamill, using women-only support staff and enhanced welfare measures.
  • The tournament was moved from the United Arab Emirates after reports of visa refusals for Afghan players, with FIFA citing factors beyond its control and prioritizing participant wellbeing.