News Summary

• Afghan women are now officially allowed to play football as the Afghan national team.
• FIFA, the world's football federation, has amended its regulations.
• Until then, however, Afghanistan remains a national team without a home.
• The Afghan Football Federation — unlike FIFA — does not recognize the women's team.
• "We will play football to stand up for the women of our country.
• Because the Taliban are erasing women from society,” said Khalida Popal, former captain of the team.