ABC News – Australia ·australia ·3 hours ago

Soccer tournament unites refugees through universal language of sport

The Freedom Cup soccer tournament took place in Perth on June 14, 2026, uniting refugees through sport during Refugee Week. Participating Kurdish refugee Mayada Ali emphasized the tournament's role in building friendships, stating, 'Soccer always brings all of us together.' The event aligns with this year's Refugee Week theme, 'A million stories,' highlighting the contributions of refugees in Australia.

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