Sayer Zaland, Author at ASJF NEWS

Sayer Zaland

Sayer Zaland is an Afghan sports journalist and media professional, Founder of the Afghanistan Sports Journalists Federation (ASJF). Since 2014, he has worked to strengthen independent media in Afghanistan, representing over 100 members nationwide. He continues to advocate for free press, inclusivity, and international cooperation for Afghan journalists.

August 29, 2025
Sayer Zaland
Football, International, News

FIFAe Partners with Lenovo to Power FIFAe Finals 2025 in Riyadh

Zurich: FIFAe has announced a major partnership with Lenovo, confirming that the tech giant’s Legion gaming technology will power the FIFAe Finals 2025, set to take place 10–19 December...

August 29, 2025
Sayer Zaland
Cricket, International, News

Accreditation Open for ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025

ICC Press Release Dubai: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that the accreditation process for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 is now open. Members of the...

August 29, 2025
Sayer Zaland
Football, National

Iran Defeats Afghanistan 3–1 in CAFA 2025 Group Stage Opener

Dushanbe, August: Iran began their CAFA 2025 campaign with a 3–1 victory over Afghanistan in the opening match of the group stage, held at the Hisor Central Stadium in...

August 29, 2025
Sayer Zaland
Cricket, International

Rashid calls for calm between Afghanistan-Pakistan fans ahead of tri-series opener

By Danyal RasoolCredit to ESPN Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan urged fans to avoid a repeat of the ugly scenes that marred Pakistan and Afghanistan’s clash in Sharjah in 2022, saying that cricket brought...

August 25, 2025
Sayer Zaland
Football, International

AFC Women’s Asian Cup™ Marks 50th Anniversary with Ticket Launch

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ celebrated its 50th anniversary today with the announcement that single-match tickets will go on sale starting Friday, September 5. First...

August 25, 2025
Sayer Zaland
Football, International

AFC Challenge League 2025/26 Group Stage Draw Set for August 28

Kuala Lumpur: The stage is set for the AFC Challenge League™ (ACGL) 2025/26 Group Stage draw, which will take place on Thursday, August 28 at 3pm (GMT+8) at the...

August 25, 2025
Sayer Zaland
Football, International

FIFA Opens Host City Tender for FIFAe Festival

Zurich: FIFA has officially launched the host city tender for the FIFAe Festival, a new and pioneering digital football event that will debut in 2026 and continue with editions...

August 25, 2025
Sayer Zaland
All Sports, International

Baz Mohammad Mubariz Wins Muay Thai Debut with Stunning Knockout

Phuket, Thailand: Afghan MMA star Baz Mohammad Mubariz made a remarkable entry into the world of professional Muay Thai, defeating Bahraini athlete Mustafa, an Iranian-born fighter with vast Muay...

August 25, 2025
Sayer Zaland
Media, National

Call for Registration: AIPS Workshop & Field Reporting Opportunity

The Afghanistan Sports Journalists Federation (ASJF), in coordination with AIPS and with the kind support and promise of Mr. Jura Ozmec, is pleased to announce an important opportunity for...

August 24, 2025
Sayer Zaland
International, Olympics

Brazil at Gymnastics World Championships

Vicente Dattoli – AIPS EC Member RIO DE JANEIRO – There’s a popular saying in Brazil that “homegrown talents don’t perform miracles.” At the 41st World Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships,...