 Traditionally, the Popalzai tribe has been led by members of the Sadozais.The first King of Afghanistan, Ahmad Shah Durrani, was the leader of the Sadozais, and the Sadozai lineage continued to rule Afghanistan until 1826 when the Barakzais ascended to the throne.Karzai is believed to be from the Shamizai subtribe of the Popalzais.