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Afghan women's football team in hiding
For many years the players of the Afghanistan women's football team were seen as beacons of hope and empowerment in the country. Now they are in hiding and in fear for their lives.
Haley Carter is the former assistant coach of the Afghan women's team and also a US Marine veteran. She is in daily contact with the players and is desperately trying to help them
Photo: Haley Carter coaches the Afghan women's football team (Credit: Haley Carter) Photo supplied and used to ensure no players can be identified
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