International

March 31, 2026
ASJF
International, News

IOC Mourns Passing of Honorary Member Professor Ung Chang

IOC Honors Lifelong Olympian Ung Chang Following His Passing at 87 – Renowned for bridging sport and diplomacy, Chang’s legacy includes promoting cooperation on the Korean peninsula and advancing...

March 31, 2026
ASJF
Football, International

Afghanistan Announces Lineup for Syria Clash; Key Players Absent

Popalzay, Kouhyar, and Mousavi miss match; U-17 CAFA schedule confirmed Kabul | By Taieb Khatizwal The Afghanistan national football team has confirmed its starting lineup for the upcoming match...

March 27, 2026
ASJF
Football, International

Upsets Hit FIFA Series as Venezuela, Indonesia, Uzbekistan Triumph

Rondon scores 50th goal for Venezuela; Indonesia and Uzbekistan dominate; Cabo Verde, New Zealand, Curaçao suffer defeats Germany | By Sayer Zaland The third day of the FIFA Series...

March 27, 2026
ASJF
International, Olympics, Top News

IOC Introduces New Policy on Women’s Category in Olympic Sport

New eligibility rules based on biological sex to take effect from LA28 Olympics LAUSANNE | By Sayer Zaland The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has approved a new policy governing...

March 27, 2026
ASJF
Football, International

Afghanistan Falls 2–1 to Myanmar in Asian Cup Qualifiers

Early setback leaves Afghanistan chasing points ahead of crucial clash with Syria. KABUL | Sara Amiri The Afghanistan national football team suffered a 2–1 defeat to Myanmar in their...

March 18, 2026
ASJF
International, News

National Buzkashi Team Beats Russia 5‑0 in International Kokpar Tournament

The Afghan team rebounds from a heavy opening loss and highlights the revival of the nine‑nation buzkashi tournament in Turkistan. Sara Amiri | ASJF News The Afghanistan National Buzkashi...

March 16, 2026
ASJF
Football, International

Ancelotti Leaves Neymar Out of Brazil Squad Ahead of World Cup Tests

Endrick returns while Igor Thiago and Rayan receive first call-ups for friendlies against France and Croatia. Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has left Neymar out of the national squad...

March 16, 2026
ASJF
International, Olympics

Women Lead Educational Legacy of Milano Cortina 2026

Female educators played a central role in delivering Olympic values education to tens of thousands of teachers across Italy. Sara Amiri | ASJF News Key Facts:Women played a central...

March 16, 2026
ASJF
International, Olympics

Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympics Close with Spectacular Ceremony

Record participation and emotional farewell mark the end of a historic Paralympic Winter Games. Sayer Zaland | ASJF News The 2026 Winter Paralympics concluded on March 15 with a...

March 13, 2026
ASJF
Cricket, International

Ibrahim Zadran Named Best Men’s ODI Batter of 2025

Afghan star recognized by Cricinfo for outstanding performances in One Day Internationals. Afghanistan national cricket team star Ibrahim Zadran has been named the Best Men’s ODI Batter of 2025...