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The African Football Story: Legacy, Passion and Future

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The African Football Story: Legacy, Passion and Future

December 22, 2025 8 min read
A soccer player in an orange jersey and dark shorts stands with a ball at his feet, as outlines of two other players and a map of Africa highlight the spirit of African football in the background.

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