Soccer tournament unites refugees through universal language of sport (opens original article in a new tab)

A soccer tournament in Perth brings refugee communities together during Refugee Week, highlighting the unifying power of sport and celebrating diverse refugee stories.

• Mayada Ali, a Kurdish refugee, participates in the Freedom Cup soccer tournament in Perth as part of Refugee Week
• The tournament aims to unite refugee communities through sport and foster connections among participants
• Eli Nkindi, a refugee from Burundi, emphasizes soccer's role in bringing people together and providing a sense of community
• The 2026 Refugee Week theme 'a million stories' highlights the diverse backgrounds and journeys of refugees