The Sports Desk

Afghanistan and the threat to progress through sport


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As the world reels from the Taliban’s return to power, we examine the consequences for sport and inclusivity in Afghanistan.

The founder of the country’s women’s football team Khalida Popal tells us about fears for her players’ safety.

We’ll hear why the Taliban ideology could threaten the Afghan cricketing fairytale.

And why the dreams of the country’s Paralympians appear to be over.

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