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Africa-Press – Lesotho. <\/strong><\/span>FIFA has confirmed that the 2025 edition of the FIFA Unites: Women\u2019s Series will be hosted in Morocco, with the opening matches set to take place on Sunday, October 26, in Berrechid.<\/p>\n

In a statement published on its official website, the global football governing body revealed that the tournament will mark a historic moment for women\u2019s football \u2014 as it will feature the Afghan women\u2019s national team\u2019s first international match, and also see Chad and Libya enter the FIFA women\u2019s world rankings for the first time after the conclusion of the single-round league competition.<\/p>\n

FIFA expressed its appreciation to the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) for its cooperation and commitment to hosting the event, emphasizing its anticipation of a successful and inspiring tournament.<\/p>\n

The organization further reaffirmed its dedication to implementing its broader strategy to support Afghan women\u2019s football, a plan approved by the FIFA Council in May 2025. This initiative includes providing organizational and technical support to Afghan female players throughout their selection, training, and participation in the FIFA Unites: Women\u2019s Series.<\/p>\n

\u201cMore details about the tournament, including a detailed match schedule, will be announced soon on FIFA\u2019s website,\u201d the statement concluded.<\/p>\n

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