Football, Power, and Politics: Khalida Popal's Fight for Equality
Published on: July 3, 2026, 11:30 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
Khalida Popal, former Afghanistan women's national team captain, uses the World Cup as a platform to advocate for female athletes and refugees. Living in Mexico, she organizes football clinics to bring attention to gender equality and lasting social impact, while addressing the challenges faced by marginalized communities.
