FIFA Recognizes Afghanistan’s Women’s Refugee Football Team
The global governing body has amended its rules to allow Afghan refugee women to represent their country on the world stage, a rare triumph amid systematic repression.
May 12, 2026
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The 2026 World Cup’s Missing Giants: What Their Absence Reveals
The 2026 tournament will feature a record 48 teams, yet several traditional powerhouses will be absent, highlighting systemic issues across continents.
May 11, 2026