SOCIETY — June 23, 2026
Baghlan Independent Team Wins Northeast Zone Futsal Tournament
The squad earned the championship on points and goal difference after tying 3-3 with Kunduz's Yaran-e-Nabi Zada in the final. Baghlan has qualified for Afghanistan's first-division futsal league.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Bakhtar News — 2 min read
The futsal tournament for the country's northeast zone has concluded in Baghlan. Baghlan's independent team emerged as the champion after competing against other strong sides from the region.
Teams from Baghlan, Kunduz, Takhar, and Badakhshan participated in the tournament. The competition showcased the best futsal talent from these provinces.
The decisive final match saw Baghlan Independent play against the Yaran-e-Nabi Zada team from Kunduz. Both sides scored three goals each, resulting in a 3-3 tie. Despite the draw, Baghlan won the tournament based on having four more points and a better goal difference overall. The Kunduz team took second place in the standings.
Awards were distributed to recognize outstanding performances. The best player of the tournament was from Baghlan. Kunduz received the award for the best goalkeeper. The top scorer came from Takhar province.
Baghlan's success means the independent team will now advance to the first-division futsal league in Afghanistan. This qualification allows them to compete at the national level in the upcoming season.
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Single source provides direct on-record attribution from named official Mohammad Gul Muskeen Yar, head of the Baghlan Football Federation, with concrete details on teams, match score, points, awards, and qualification.
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