
Afghanistan women will become a "symbol of resilience" after Fifa approved their return to international competition, says former captain Khalida Popal.
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Afghanistan women will become a "symbol of resilience" after Fifa approved their return to international competition, says former captain Khalida Popal.
bbc.com · en · Published 2026-04-29 08:08:14 UTC · Updated 2026-04-29 20:04:45 UTC
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