KABUL (Tolo News): The Afghanistan national futsal team qualified for the World Cup for the first time.
Afghanistan’s final playoff match for World Cup qualification was held today (April 28) against Kyrgyzstan in Thailand and the Afghans defeated their opponents 5-3, qualifying for the World Cup for the first time ever.
Amin Qanbari and Mehran Gholami were notable scorers in this historic victory.
In response to this achievement, both former Afghan President Hamid Karzai and Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate, extended their congratulations to the team.
Karzai commended the national futsal team and all Afghan athletes, expressing his anticipation for continued success and accomplishments in the realm of sports.
The World Cup futsal tournament, including the Afghan team, will take place in Uzbekistan in 2024 with 26 teams.
