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Migrant amateur teams in Greece get into World Cup spirit before new EU border measures take effect
Nigeria’s team won the men’s title and Fostiras took the women’s crown as migrant players used football to build community before stricter EU rules.
- The Kypseli Mundial tournament unites migrant and refugee communities in Greece, offering a joyful distraction from anti-migration sentiment in The Mediterranean nation.
- Founded three years ago by Ivorian Moussa Sangare to combat fear and mistrust toward migrants, the tournament reflects Greece's position at the forefront of irregular European Union migration.
- After 21 teams competed, Nigeria won the men's title while Greek club Fostiras claimed the women's trophy; participant Nguedia said, "We aren't professionals, but we love participating."
- Many migrant players are bracing for stricter European Union migration and asylum rules taking effect in June, which introduce tougher border controls and faster deportations across Europe.
- While the World Cup begins June 11, the Greek government simultaneously enforces stricter border controls and intends to move migrant detention facilities offshore to countries in Africa.
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Migrant amateur teams in Greece get into World Cup spirit before new EU border measures take effect
Migrant and refugee teams in Greece's capital took part in a grassroots soccer tournament before the World Cup in North America.
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The magic of the World Cup made a stopover in Greece before arriving in North America.
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