APL

Panjshir Valley in Panjshir province, one of the most beautiful valleys in Afghanistan, hosted the 2015 RAPL regional tournament for selection of 26-man squad for Oqaban Hindukosh.

Panjshir A, Panjshir B, Parwan, Daikundi, Bamiyan, and Kapisa football teams took part in this tournament in two groups A and B. Young, Energetic, and enthusiastic players in these teams exhibited their best football skills in six matches over the course of three days from June 4th- 6th.

The local football stadium was packed in all six games full of  spectators who showed up to support their teams and take full advantage of an exciting football competition taking place close to their homes.

Akhliddin Turdyev, the international coach of the team with the help of Afghanistan Football Federation (AFF) staff selected the top 26 players after closely observing and assessing a diverse group of young and talented players available at this tournament. The final list of  players who made it to the team squad was announced on June 7th. 

Oqaban Hindukosh has been one of the top performing teams in the last three seasons of RAPL. Last year, they advanced into their first ever final but got defeated  by Shaheen Asmayee 3-2.  It is already evident from the quality of games in this tournament that it will be a challenge for other teams to play and compete against Oqaban for the 2015 RAPL Championship Title.