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Namibia's Unified Gladiators win gold at Special Olympics Unified Soccer World Cup
via The Namibian2 min read
Namibia's Unified Gladiators secured the gold medal in the Women鈥檚 Division 2 category at the Special Olympics Unified Soccer World Cup in Paris. The team triumphed over Egypt in a 5-4 penalty shootout after a 0-0 draw in the final. Their journey included a 5-0 victory against Azerbaijan, a 1-0 loss to Guatemala, and a 1-1 draw with the United States in the group stages, followed by a 5-2 win against France in the knockout stages. This marks Namibia's second gold at the Special Olympics Unified Cup, with their first being in Division 3 at the 2022 event in Detroit. The tournament features teams comprising athletes with intellectual disabilities and unified partners. The Namibia Sport Commission congratulated the team, highlighting their dedication, resilience, and the victory's significance for inclusion and equity in sport.
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