April 2026 - ASJF NEWS

April 30, 2026
ASJF
Feature stories, Media

Could the ambitious move of the first “nomadic“ president Johan Eliasch lead FIS down the wrong path?

FIS President Johan Eliasch attends the medal ceremony in the Men’s 10km Interval Start Free at the Milano Cortina 2026 Games at Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium on February 13,...

April 30, 2026
ASJF
Football, Top News

FIFA Confirms Zurich Draw for 2026 U-17 World Cups

Youth Tournaments Expand Global Pathways Ahead of Annual Editions Zurich | By Taieb Khatizwal FIFA has confirmed that the official draws for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026™...

April 30, 2026
ASJF
Football, International

FIFA Museum Launches “World Cup Fever” Programme

Interactive Exhibition and Public Screenings Extend Global Football Experience Beyond Host Nations Zurich | By Sayer Zaland The FIFA Museum in Zurich is set to launch its “World Cup...

April 30, 2026
ASJF
All Sports, News

Kabul Hosts 19th Bodybuilding and Fitness Tournament

Talent Identification Drive Highlights Growing Urban Participation Kabul | By Sara Amiri The 19th edition of the bodybuilding and fitness tournament was held in Kabul, bringing together 98 athletes...

April 30, 2026
ASJF
Football, National

Abumoslem Farah U-14 Team Withdraws from Herat Tournament

Disputed Refereeing Decision Prompts Exit and Final Match Boycott Herat | By Noor Mohammad Farzam The Abumoslem Farah under-14 team has withdrawn from an ongoing football tournament in Herat,...

April 27, 2026
ASJF
Cricket, Feature stories

Afghan Cricketers Meet Cricket Board Leadership Ahead of Big series

Focus on Infrastructure and Domestic Development as Players Review Camp Conditions Kabul | By Niaz Shinwari National cricketers held a meeting with the leadership of the Afghanistan Cricket Board...

April 27, 2026
ASJF
News, Olympics

Kabul Hosts Youth Boxing Selection Tournament

Talent Identification Efforts Continue Amid Expanding Grassroots Participation Kabul | By Taieb Khatizwal A selection tournament for youth boxing has commenced in Kabul, bringing together 265 athletes from clubs...

April 27, 2026
ASJF
Cricket, Top News

Afghanistan Begins Second Phase of Training Camp Ahead of India Series

Preparations Reflect Structured Approach Despite Competitive Pressures Nangarhar | By Lima Tabish The Afghanistan Cricket Board has announced that the second phase of preparations for the upcoming matches against...

April 27, 2026
ASJF
Olympics, Top News

Parwan Wins 17th Gul-e-Sorkh Taekwondo Title

Event Honors Afghanistan’s First Olympic Medal Amid Ongoing Sports Challenges Mazar-e-Sharif | By Bahara Rahimi The 17th edition of the Gul-e-Sorkh Taekwondo Tournament concluded in Mazar-e-Sharif with Parwan province...

April 27, 2026
ASJF
Football, National

Controversial Penalty Sparks Accusations of Bias in Herat Match

Concerns Over Fair Officiating Resurface in Provincial Football Herat | By Mohamad Yaqoub Noorzai A disputed penalty decision in a match between Abumoslem Farah and Badghis FC has triggered...