They shared a dream, imagining her turning out for the national team. after newsletter promotionSafdari says: “It is difficult for me because I’m here, I’m safe, I’m playing football, I’m getting an education, but my mind is over there and I’m thinking about my parents’ and friends’ safety, their situations, what’s going on for them. “The Afghanistan men’s national team can play and represent their country but women cannot. Even our women’s cricket national team is still playing and representing our country, but not Afghans’ women’s national football team. And is there any hope of recognition of an official national team, enabling them to truly represent their country again?