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IOC will decide if Afghanistan play in the Olympics – ICC CEO Allardice

Afghanistan’s participation in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics is in the hands of the International Olympics Council (IOC), not the International Cricket Council (ICC), ICC’s chief executive officer Geoff Allardice said.
In October the IOC approved the LA28’s recommendation of adding T20 cricket as a new sport, convinced by its popularity across the Commonwealth countries as well as the younger generation, along with the potential it brings for growth in markets such as the USA, espncricinfo.com reported.
In its proposal, the ICC had recommended a six-team event for both the men’s and women’s competitions which was approved by the IOC. By 2025, the LA28 and ICC will work out a competition structure as well as the way in which teams can qualify for the event.
The LA28 organisers have stressed on gender equality at the Olympics, which normally sees participation from both genders in individual and team sports. However, Afghanistan currently do not have a women’s cricket team.
“(In) the Olympic competition teams are fielded by the National Olympic Committees of those countries,” Allardice told the BBC’s Stumped podcast. “As an international sporting federation, we position our sport with the LA28 organisers for inclusion. And the IOC and they (LA28) have included cricket. In terms of the position of the National Olympic Committee of Afghanistan, it’s probably something for the IOC to be able to address more accurately than me. But I know that they (IOC) have been following the progress or the developments there. Our position on cricket and supporting our member in Afghanistan is not dissimilar to those of other international sporting organisations.”
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AFPL: Sadaqat 2–1 Zaitoon, Noorzad 2–1 Arya Forj

The Afghanistan Premier Futsal League (AFPL) continued on Tuesday with two thrilling matches played in Kabul.
In Match 60, Sadaqat FC earned a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Zaitoon FC in a fast-paced and entertaining encounter.
In Match 61, Noorzad FC edged past Arya Forj, also with a 2–1 win, in a tightly contested battle.
Wednesday’s Fixtures:
Perozi Panjshir vs. Zaher Asad FC – 3:30 PM
Omid FC vs. Deyar Sanayee – 5:45 PM
Futsal fans across the country can watch the matches live on Ariana Radio & Television Network (ATN).
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AFPL: Omid draw with Jawanan Maihan; Etihad 3-1 Perozi Panjshir

The Afghanistan Futsal Premier League (AFPL) continued on Monday in Kabul with two exciting matchups that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
In Match 58, Omid and Jawanan Maihan played out a 2–2 draw in a game full of intensity and drama. While neither team walked away with a victory, both sides showed strong performances and kept the crowd engaged throughout the match.
The 59th match of the league featured a decisive clash between Etihad and Panjshir Piroozi. Etihad emerged victorious with a 3–1 win, securing three crucial points and boosting their position on the league table. The match was marked by tactical play and standout individual efforts from Etihad’s side.
Upcoming Matches – Tuesday Fixtures:
Sadaqat vs Zaitoon – 3:30 PM
Noorzad vs Arya Forj – 5:45 PM
Futsal enthusiasts across the country can catch all the action live on Ariana Radio & Television Network (ATN), which is broadcasting the matches as part of its commitment to supporting national sports.
As the league progresses, competition is tightening, and every match is proving critical in the race for the title.
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AFPL: Zahir Asad 3–3 Arya Forj; Noorzad 8–2 Deyar Sanayee

The Afghanistan Futsal Premier League (AFPL) continued on Sunday in Kabul with two exciting matches.
In Match 56, Zahir Asad and Arya Forj played out a thrilling, high-scoring draw, ending 3–3. Both teams played an aggressive and attacking game, earning one point each.
In Match 57, Noorzad delivered a dominant performance, defeating Deyar Sanayee with a decisive 8–2 scoreline, securing another valuable three points.
Monday Fixtures:
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Omid vs Jawanan-e-Mihan – 3:30 PM
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Panjshir Piroozi vs Etihad – 5:45 PM
Fans can watch the matches live on Ariana Radio & Television Network (ATN).
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