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flag FIFA's inaugural Women's Series in Dubai features debut matches for Afghanistan's refugee team and aims to advance gender equality in football.

flag FIFA is hosting the inaugural FIFA Unites: Women's Series in Dubai from October 23 to 29, 2025, a historic four-team friendly tournament featuring the UAE, Chad, Libya, and the Afghan women’s refugee team. flag The Afghan squad, formed this year through FIFA-led talent camps, makes its competitive debut in the event, marking a milestone in expanding access to football for displaced women. flag Coached by Vera Pauw, the UAE team aims to build on recent progress, while Chad and Libya seek their first appearance in the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women's World Ranking. flag FIFA President Gianni Infantino called the series a symbol of hope and progress, highlighting its role in advancing gender equality and using football as a force for social inclusion. flag The tournament, hosted by the UAE Football Association, will provide players with pathways to club football, coaching, and refereeing, and will be broadcast globally.

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