Afghanistan competed at the 1948 Summer Olympics in London, sending a total of 31 competitors, which consisted of the men's field hockey and football teams.

This is the highest number of athletes that Afghanistan has ever sent to a Summer Olympic Games.

Afghanistan began their first of three group stage matches on 3 August, which ended in a 2–0 win for the country.

Afghanistan then finished its second match on 5 August, against Switzerland, which ended as a draw (1 goal to each team).

Men's tournament Manager: Shahzada Muhammad Yusuf[1] Head coach: ?