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    Former Scotland striker Pauline Hamill ‘privileged’ to lead Afghan women’s refugee team

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    Women have been banned from playing sport in Afghanistan since the Taliban took power in 2021.

    In a press release, Fifa says the newly-established team “represents a significant step forward in giving Afghan players the international platform to which they aspire”, while also minimising the “risk of harm”.

    As well as football coaching, the camps will give players access to support in other areas, including physical preparation, nutrition, psychological care and safeguarding.

    “Fifa stands firmly with Afghan women – at home and in exile – and remains committed to creating safe, inclusive spaces where they can pursue their football dreams and be seen, heard and supported on the international stage,” Infantino said.

    Hamill, 53, played 141 times for Scotland across an 18-year international career and says she had no hesitation in accepting the job.

    “I was super excited, honestly, as soon as I was offered the role,” she said. “From the very start, something about the job was really pulling me in.

    “So, when I had the opportunity to lead the team, for me it was an absolute no-brainer. It’s a privilege to be invited into this project.”

    Hamill hopes the project will help players to better integrate themselves in local communities, as well as developing their footballing abilities.

    “This is going to be something really special, and I think it’s something that they’ll remember forever,” she said.

    “It’s more than just a football journey. This is something that will have a lasting effect on people.”

    Afghan Hamill lead Pauline privileged refugee Scotland striker Team Womens
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