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Cricket in Afghanistan: From Grassroots Passion to Global Success
DID Press: More than just a sport, cricket has become a powerful symbol of national unity, resilience and hope in Afghanistan. In little more than two decades, the country has transformed from a newcomer to one of the fastest-rising teams…
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Afghanistan Seek First Win Against New Zealand After Draw With Russia
DID Press: Afghanistan’s national futsal team will face New Zealand today in their fourth and final match of the Continental Futsal Championship 2026, aiming to secure their first victory after earning their opening point with a draw against Russia. Afghanistan,…
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Afghanistan Face Tough Test Against Russia in Continental Futsal Championship
DID Press: Afghanistan’s national futsal team will face one of the tournament favorites, Russia, today (Wednesday) in their third match of the Continental Futsal Championship 2026. After defeats against Thailand and Vietnam, Afghanistan are hoping to deliver a stronger performance…
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Afghanistan’s Second Consecutive Defeat in Continental Futsal Championship
DID Press: Afghanistan’s national futsal team suffered a second consecutive defeat at the Continental Futsal Championship 2026, losing 2–1 to Vietnam despite a competitive performance in their second match of the tournament. Afghanistan fought hard throughout the game but failed…
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Thailand Defeat Afghanistan 6-1 in Continental Futsal Championship Opener
DID Press: Afghanistan’s national futsal team suffered a difficult start to the Continental Futsal Championship 2026, losing 6-1 to tournament hosts Thailand in their opening match held on Sunday evening in Nonthaburi, Thailand. Afghanistan produced a disciplined defensive display in…
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Afghanistan Futsal Team Set for Continental Cup 2026 Opener Against Thailand
DID Press: Afghanistan’s national futsal team will begin its campaign at the 2026 Continental Futsal Championship in Thailand on Sunday with a match against the host nation. The Afghanistan Football Federation has announced the schedule for the national futsal team’s…
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Afghanistan Launches Boxing Coaching and Refereeing Seminar
DID Press: A two-day boxing coaching and refereeing seminar has opened in Kabul, bringing together 60 coaches and referees from the capital and several provinces to strengthen technical standards and improve the quality of officiating and coaching in the sport.…
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US Congress Probes FIFA President’s Ties to Trump
DID Press: US Congress has launched a new inquiry into FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s relationship with President Donald Trump, amid scrutiny over alleged political influence on decisions within world football’s governing body. According to the report, Representative Jamie Raskin, the…
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Afghanistan Withdraws From Pakistan Volleyball Event After Visa Setback
DID Press: Afghanistan’s national volleyball team has withdrawn from the Central Asian Volleyball Championship in Pakistan after failing to obtain visas in time, despite receiving an official invitation and completing preparations for the tournament. According to the Afghanistan National Olympic…
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Afghanistan Air Sports Chief Killed in Bamyan Paragliding Crash
DID Press: Navid Popal, head of Afghanistan’s Air Sports Federation, has died after a paragliding accident during a training session in Bamyan Province, according to the provincial Physical Education and Sports Department. Officials said Popal was involved in a paragliding…
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