Content overview: “Afghanistan's Women Footballers: From Taliban Escape to New Dreams”. When the Taliban returned to power, Afghanistan's women's national football team was dismantled, and its players were forced into exile. Once a symbol of female emancipation, the team now fights for the right to represent their country internationally. In this DW Reporter segment, follow Najma Arefi and her teammates as they navigate life in exile. Najma is preparing to start her studies in England, with dreams of becoming a human rights lawyer.
Meanwhile, she continues to play football, determined to keep the spirit of the team alive. The video captures their resilience and the challenges they face as refugees, including the struggle to be recognized by FIFA and the Taliban's ban on women's sports. This inspiring story highlights the power of sport and education in the face of oppression. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.