FC Barcelona to launch football schools in Kurdistan Region, Rojava

The legendary Spanish club will launch an initiative that sees the creation of community football schools in Kurdish areas, seeking to "promote social cohesion and prevent future violent conflicts and radicalization processes among new generations."

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Newroz, Zakho teams subjected to disciplinary measures following stadium violence

Fans of both teams will be banned from attending their teams’ home matches for the rest of the season, following last week’s altercations.

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At least 30 injured in violence among football fans in Sulaimani

The violence erupted after the referee disallowed a goal for offside

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Iraqi PM calls Duhok Sports Club ahead of GCC final

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudan wished the players and coaching staff of Duhok Sports Club (SC) luck before their fixture against Kuwaiti team Al Qadsia in the Gulf Club Champions League finals, saying "this match is important for all Iraqis.”

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Jordanian FM denies legitimacy of video of fans insulting Iraqis

The controversial video purportedly shows the Jordanian fans chanting remarks that are insulting to the Iraqi people

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Blind footballer brings game to visually impaired Iraqis

Othman al-Kinani, despite losing his sight to glaucoma, founded Iraq's first national football team for the visually impaired.

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Thousands celebrate Madrid win in a rare youth festival in Erbil

Thousands gathered peacefully in Erbil's Iskan street, during a rare youth festival, to watch the Champions League final between Real Madrid and Dortmund, celebrating Real Madrid's 2-0 victory.

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Iraqi PM receives national team after olympics qualification

Iraqi Prime Minister honored the Olympic football team for securing qualification for the Paris Olympics.

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