Afghanistan, Nov. 1 -- Afghanistan's under-17 futsal team returned home after defeating Iran 2-1 in the Asian Youth Championship final, celebrating the country's first-ever continental title.

Afghanistan's under-17 national futsal team returned home on Saturday after winning the 2025 Asian Youth Futsal Championship, marking the country's first-ever continental title in the sport. The team clinched the trophy after defeating Iran 2-1 in a thrilling final match.

Crowds of supporters, along with senior Afghanistan officials, gathered in Kabul to welcome the young champions. The victory sparked nationwide celebrations, with fans waving flags and praising the players' achievement as a symbol of national pride.

The final between Afghanistan an...