Football
2,000 Athletes, 26 Nations, 11 Sports: Bring on Special Olympics Sweden Invitational Games 2026!
The Special Olympics Sweden Invitational Games 2026 will be officially opened in Folkets Park, Malmö, marking the largest sporting event ever held in Sweden for people with intellectual disabilities.
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Regional Athlete Leaders: Europe Eurasia
She had a keynote speech to give. She was in an unfamiliar city for just a few hours. Bright spotlights shined upon her. In a grand meeting room, 350 leaders from across Europe faced her.
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Families in the Stands, Inclusion on the Field
When the final whistle blew at the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup Paris 2026 the memories that stayed with many weren't just the goals, the saves, or the trophies.
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Game Recognizes Game
At the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup Paris 2026, Special Olympics coaches spent most of their time plotting against one another’s teams.
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More than a Medal: Special Olympics Jamaica Demonstrates Inclusion at the 2026 Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup
Standing on the sidelines of any Special Olympics Jamaica match at the 2026 Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup, one could hear cheers from their small but mighty section of supporters, who flew halfway across the globe to cheer on their team.
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SO Canada Unified Co-Captains Bring Leadership and Positivity to the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup
For the second time since its inception, the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup implemented Unified co-captains for each team.
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Unified Football World Cup 2026 Awards Ceremony
Experience the power of inclusion through the beautiful game at the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup Paris 2026.
