Afghanistan football team

Members of the Afghanistan's national women's football team playing under the Melbourne Victory Afghan women’s team banner celebrate a goal in their first match in a local league against ETA Buffalo SC in Melbourne on April 24, 2022.

FIFA clears path for Afghan women’s team to return to international competition

Special rule allows players in exile to represent Afghanistan despite ongoing restrictions in their home country.

July 7, 2026

Afghan football team lands in Pakistan for Asian Cup clash

Afghanistan’s national football team arrived in Islamabad after receiving special visas facilitated by Pakistan’s government, ahead of their AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifier, a rare cross-border sporting event symbolizing regional cooperation through football.

October 8, 2025