Following the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan, FIFA also decided to take action. It is no secret that the women in the torn country are very worried about the coup and the bad change that awaits them in Kabul - the capital of the Islamic Republic, and those who are also in danger are several footballers.
"The political situation in Afghanistan remains very worrying and unstable. A.
Children play soccer in Afghanistan.
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At the same time, the European Players' Organization also made it clear that they are making every effort to rescue as many footballers as possible from the country.
According to the agencies, former Afghanistan national team captain Halida Popal called on FIFA leaders to save her life and her friends on the grass. "It is imperative to protect the lives of our players," she wrote from her hiding place.
It has been very difficult for me to sleep for the last week, I am constantly crying and feeling helpless.
Please, try to help us. "