Visa Denials Block Afghan Teams
Visa refusals prevented several Afghan teams from competing internationally in 2025. Kabul | By Taieb Khatizwal Visa refusals prevented several Afghan athletes and national teams from competing abroad in...
Afghan Athletes Claim International Medals
Afghan athletes won medals at major regional events despite limited resources and travel barriers. Kabul | By Sara Amiri Afghan athletes recorded notable international results in 2025, winning medals...
FIFA, Dubai Launch New Global Football Awards
The partnership will introduce FIFA’s only official annual awards ceremony, with the first edition set for 2026. Dubai | By Haseebulah Taib| ASJFNews FIFA and the Dubai Sports Council...
World Cup Ticket Demand Shatters All Records
More than 150 million ticket requests submitted in the Random Selection Draw, marking the highest demand in World Cup history. USA | By Khushhal Taib | ASJF President Ticket...
U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia Kicks Off Next Week
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed that the AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ will kick off next week, with matches scheduled to take place in the...
Duplantis, Bonmatí Crowned AIPS Athletes of the Year 2025
A record 836 journalists from 121 countries voted as the Swedish pole vaulter and Spanish footballer topped the AIPS global poll. Lausanne | By Sara Amiri, AIPS Member Sweden’s...
Yaran Attai Claim Kabul Futsal Title
The two-month competition brought together dozens of teams, concluding with a narrow final victory in Kabul. Kabul | By Khalid Hotak, ASJF Member A large-scale futsal tournament involving 70...
Paris Saint-Germain Named Best Team of 2025
A record 836 journalists from 121 countries voted as PSG claimed the top honor, while the FIFA Club World Cup was awarded Best Press Facilities. Lausanne | By Taieb...
Paktin Completes 62km Endurance Run
The endurance run drew national attention and was later recognized by sports officials in Kabul. Kabul | By Sara Amiri Paktika bodybuilder Wakil Ahmad Paktin completed a 62-kilometer run...
Esteghlal Lift Kunduz Football Title
Ten teams competed in a week-long tournament as Esteghlal defeated Ettehad Ghoror to claim the championship. Kunduz | By Karimullah Adabi A football tournament featuring 10 teams concluded in...