Overview

• The four-team FIFA Unites: Women's Series runs October 23–29 in Dubai in a round-robin against the UAE, Chad and Libya.
• FIFA selected a 23-player refugee squad through global identification camps that drew more than 70 players in Sydney and at St George’s Park in England.
• Former Scotland international Pauline Hamill is head coach, with former Afghan player and activist Khalida Popal instrumental in establishing the team.
• The initiative follows FIFA Council approval in May of a three-pillar plan combining humanitarian support, advocacy and a team for eligible refugees.
• FIFA President Gianni Infantino emphasized expanding access to football for women, and the matches will stream on FIFA’s platform.