DUBAI (Kashmir English): As part of FIFA’s commitment to bringing the game to all, the FIFA Unites: Women’s Series is going to be held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, between October 23 and 29 this year.
The women’s sides to feature in the tournament are the Afghan women’s refugee team, Chad, Libya and the United Arab Emirates.
The historic four-team women’s football event highlights FIFA’s efforts to promote and protect the right of all women and girls to play the sport, pursue their footballing dreams and thrive through the game.
The event will mark the first involvement of the Afghan women’s refugee team in an world-level tournament, a project pioneered by the sport governing body and a leading initiative in the sporting world.
The Afghan women will face the national teams of Chad, Libya and the UAE.
Playing on their own ground, the UAE team will be looking to build on their recent progress, while Chad and Libya sides harbour ambitions of making their FIFA Women’s World Ranking debuts. UAE team are coached by vastly experienced Dutchwoman Vera Pauw.
“Ensuring that all women have access to football is a priority for FIFA and a key element in shaping the future of our sport,” FIFA President Gianni Infantino said.
“We are aware of the potential the game has both on and off the pitch. These friendly matches represent more than just a competition; they are a symbol of hope and progress for women all over the world. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who are contributing to this event, including the United Arab Emirates Football Association for hosting a historic event that puts the players in the international spotlight.”
FIFA series involves a round-robin format
The series to be organised by FIFA will involve a round-robin format, that will see each team contest three matches.
The side with the most points will be declared the winners. All the matches will be streamed live on FIFA+ for a global audience.
