Afghanistan defeated Mongolia 1-0 and advanced to the second qualifying round of the 2026 World Cup and 2027 Asian Cup. 

The match was held in Mongolia.

The single goal of the match was scored in Afghanistan's favor by Farshad Noor in the second half of the game.

Players in their first match also defeated Mongolia 1-0.

According to the Football Federation of Afghanistan, in the second round of the competition, Afghans will also compete with India, Kuwait and Qatar.