April 2026 - Page 4 of 5

April 9, 2026
ASJF
All Sports, National

Kunduz aiming to Strengthen Grassroots Football

Twenty-two coaches participate in a six-day training programme aimed at developing foundational coaching skills in northern Afghanistan. Kunduz | by Farzana Momand A six-day AFC ‘D’ level coaching course...

April 9, 2026
ASJF
National, News

Futsal Gymnasium Inaugurated in Kunduz to Boost Youth Sports

New facility in Dasht-e-Archi, funded by private investors, aims to expand futsal opportunities and support youth engagement. Kunduz | by Sara Amiri A new futsal gymnasium has been inaugurated...

April 6, 2026
ASJF
Media, Top News

AIPS Unveils Finalists for 2025 Sport Media Awards

Top three nominees across eight major categories announced as global sports media prepares for awards gala in Switzerland. Lausanne | by Sayer Zaland The International Sports Press Association (AIPS)...

April 6, 2026
ASJF
Cricket, National

Mirwais Nika Three-Day Tournament Underway in Southern Provinces

Afghanistan’s top domestic talent, including U-19 World Cup semi-finalists, feature in the sixth edition of the Mirwais Nika tournament in Kandahar and Helmand. Kandahar | by Niaz Shinwari The...

April 6, 2026
ASJF
Football, News

Afghanistan U-17 Team Falls to Kyrgyzstan in CAFA Championship

Afghanistan suffer 2-1 defeat in opening match, with Hasibullah Amiri scoring the lone goal ahead of Turkmenistan clash. Tashkent | by Sara Amiri Afghanistan’s U-17 national football team began...

April 3, 2026
ASJF
Feature stories, News

Alleged AFC Ties Fuel Controversy in Afghan Football Leadership

Critics suggest Yousuf Kargar leverages support from AFC Deputy Secretary-General Waheed Kardani to consolidate control over Afghanistan football, fueling ongoing tensions and financial disputes. Kabul | by ASJFNesw Desk...

April 3, 2026
ASJF
Cricket, Top News

Teams Gear Up for Mirwais Nika Regional Three-Day Tournament

Mis-e-Ainak and Band-e-Amir regional squads kick off preparations ahead of the Afghanistan Cricket Board’s domestic tournament starting April 2. Kabul | by Sara Amiri The Afghanistan Cricket Board’s (ACB)...

April 3, 2026
ASJF
Cricket, Feature stories

Rohit-Kohli Future in Focus: Yuvraj Calls for World Cup 2027 Roadmap

Former India all-rounder stresses transparent communication for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli as team management plans for the 2027 ODI World Cup. New Delhi | by Sayer Zaland As...

April 3, 2026
ASJF
News, Top News

Phil Mickelson Withdraws from 2026 Masters

Three-time Masters champion Phil Mickelson joins Tiger Woods in skipping Augusta, citing an extended family health matter. Augusta, GA | by Sayer Zaland Golf legend Phil Mickelson has announced...

April 3, 2026
ASJF
Cricket, International

IPL 2026: Sharma and Iyer Fined for Code of Conduct Breaches

Abhishek Sharma fined 25% of match fees and given a demerit point; Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer penalised INR 24 lakh for slow over-rate, with additional fines for the...