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We are proud to support this journey alongside our partners, the adidas Foundation and the South Sudan Association of Visually Impaired (SSAVI), using sport to promote inclusion across South Sudan.
Banner showing South Sudan Blind Football team promotion for African Championship in Uganda, with players in action and logos.
October 29, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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The team now advance to the Division 1 African Championship next year, the next step on the path to the Paralympics in 2028.
South Sudan Blind Football team celebrates with dancing after winning African Championship Division 2.
October 29, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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This is a historic moment for a team competing in a sport that only arrived in South Sudan five years ago. Their success is a strong reminder of the power of inclusive sports.
South Sudan Blind Football players raise arms in celebration, holding national flag after historic victory.
October 29, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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Yona Sabri Ellon opened the scoring from the penalty spot (his fifth goal of the tournament) before captain Martin Ladu Paul added two more to seal the victory.
South Sudan player in white and blue challenges Uganda defender for the ball during African Championship final.
October 29, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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Congratulations to Team South Sudan for showing what inclusive sport can achieve, and best of luck for the final match!
South Sudan Blind Football player in white and blue lifts arms while interacting with team staff on the pitch.
October 28, 2025 at 8:38 AM
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On scoring South Sudan's first ever international goal in blind football, striker Yona Sabri said: “It shows the whole world that South Sudan does well at inclusive sports, where no one should be left behind because of disability.”
South Sudan player in white and blue raises arms in celebration near the goal during Blind Football match.
October 28, 2025 at 8:38 AM
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In their opening matches, the team delivered outstanding performances — winning 3–0 against Uganda and 2–0 against Zimbabwe. The victories mean South Sudan has earnt a place in the Division 1 African Championship, bringing them one step closer to the 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.
South Sudan player in white and blue attempts a shot near goal as Uganda defenders and goalkeeper block.
October 28, 2025 at 8:38 AM
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