Afghan Premiers

THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS & SPONSORS

The Afghan Premiers would like to thank Sydney for hosting the 2025 Freedom Cup. A special thank you to the organisers for their hard work and dedication, and to the supporters who created a true tournament atmosphere. This event would not have been possible without all of you, and your support truly made it feel like a real tournament.

We would also like to sincerely thank Sammy and Shazil for their commitment and the effort they put into organising and running this tournament. Their contribution and leadership did not go unnoticed by the team.

This journey to the 2025 Freedom Cup would not have been possible without the support of our sponsors. Your belief in our team, generosity, and commitment made it possible for us to compete and represent at this level. We are extremely grateful and proud to have you standing with us, and we look forward to continuing these relationships.

With sincere appreciation, we thank:

• Juma Projects
• Kayas Karimie – Aussie Home Loans
• Elegance Stone
• S&A Electrical Group
• Buildedge
• Loman Tiling & Stone
• Zahir Auto Service
• Auto Brake Parts
• Massoud Foundation
• Hello World Auburn
• Dandy VIC Scrap Metals
• Glide Coatings
• Men In Style
• Zahir Ramazani
• One Stop Render
• Wrecky Car Wreckers
• Bayani Investment Group

More than teammates, we're family.

Despite the loss in the semi-final on a penalty shootout, our performance was outstanding. We played with heart and determination, and this experience will only make us stronger. We will come back even more prepared and motivated to achieve our goals.

The journey continues the focus shifts to the semi final.

A tough quarter-final against Great Hazara saw us control much of the possession but struggle to break down a resilient defense. After a closely contested game, the breakthrough finally came in the last 10 minutes, sealing a hard-earned win.

Focus now shifts to the semi-finals.

The journey continues! Ready to conquer the quarter-finals.

The team booked their place in the quarter-finals with a convincing Round of 16 win over Dai FC.

The boys started strong and took an early lead, setting the tone for the match. From there, it was a composed performance built on smart game management and discipline to see out the result.

Focus now shifts to the quarter-finals, where a big challenge awaits.

The journey continues — Day 3 of the knockout stage!

The team wrapped up the group stage in style with a commanding 4–0 victory over Wahdat FC (Brisbane) in our final group match. It was a strong all-round performance, with Fazil leading the way by scoring twice, while Ali Y and Ali S added one goal each to complete the scoreline. The win marks a confident finish to the group stages, and now all focus turns to the Round of 16, kicking off tomorrow, 28th December 2025.

Day 2 fixture. Get ready as we aim to build on our momentum and deliver our best on the field.

A strong start to Day 1
First game ends in a draw. And the team fought hard and secured a 7-1 win in the second match. Great effort from everyone! 💪🔥

The Afghan Premiers would like to extend their sincere appreciation to Helloworld Auburn and Mr Bilal Waheed for their continuous support and generous sponsorship. Located in Auburn, Sydney, and available nationwide, Helloworld Auburn are true professionals when it comes to organising travel and holiday plans. Whether it’s flights, holidays, or complete travel arrangements, their expertise and reliable service make the process seamless and stress-free. The Afghan Premiers are grateful for their ongoing support and highly recommend Helloworld Auburn to anyone looking to have their travel needs sorted by trusted professionals.