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The Unity Cup

Historic Soccer Match Marks Start of a Journey

The July 3 event demonstrated the inclusion and acceptance of people with intellectual disabilities that Special Olympics champions and marked the beginning of a journey with global partner Coca-Cola. 16 Special Olympics athletes showed their soccer skills to the world. Read more

Players from around the world took part. Click on photo to the right to see more action from the event.

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Football Worldwide

Special Olympics is bringing football to people with intellectual disabilities everywhere.

Learn about Global Football

Video: The Unity Cup

When 16 Special Olympics athletes took to the field with celebrities and football stars, the result was thrilling and inspiring.

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Team Ambassadors

Inter-Milan was the first team ambassador for Special Olympics Global Football.

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