Afghanistan’s U-18 Futsal Team Makes History by Reaching Semifinals of Dakar Youth Olympic Games

The Afghanistan U-18 futsal team has secured a spot in the semifinals of the 2026 Dakar Youth Olympic Games with a decisive victory over Senegal. This historic achievement marks a first for Afghanistan in the history of this tournament.

Impressive Victory for Afghanistan’s National Futsal Team Against Senegal

The Afghanistan U-18 futsal team has reached the semifinals of the 2026 Dakar Youth Olympic Games after defeating Senegal, the host nation of the competition. This success is a significant milestone for the national team, as it marks the first time Afghanistan has advanced to the final four in this event.

In this match, the Afghan players delivered an outstanding performance, defeating their opponents with ease. This victory reflects the hard work and teamwork of all the players involved.

Outstanding Performances by Ali Reza Ahmadi and Other Players

Ali Reza Ahmadi, a key player for Afghanistan’s national futsal team, had an exceptional game, scoring three goals. Additionally, Zaker Hossein Abdollahi, Ahmad Ismaili, and Hossein Hasani each contributed with a goal to this impressive win.

Path of Afghanistan’s National Futsal Team in the Tournament

Prior to this victory, the Afghanistan national futsal team won their opening match against Panama with a score of 5-0, but faced a setback in their second game, losing 2-1 to Argentina. Accumulating six points from three matches has guaranteed their advancement to the semifinals and has heightened hopes for securing a medal at the Youth Olympic Games.