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Khalida Popal

Khalida Popal

  • Khalida Popal
    ‘I’ve been in the same position as the Iranian women’s team. My heart goes out to them’

    Exiled Afghan footballer Khalida Popal shares her experience and advice for the Iranian women who refused to sing their national anthem

    Fri, 13 Mar 2026

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