Football helps refugees forge connections in Australia
The FIFA Foundation program is helping newly arrived refugees in Australia connect through football. Based in Western Sydney, the initiative removes financial barriers, allowing around 80 participants to forge friendships and support their settlement journey. Ahmad Hakimi, 22, emphasizes the sport's role in his life, stating it has helped him make many friends since arriving from Afghanistan.
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Published 26 Jun 2026, 19:31 UTC · Updated 26 Jun 2026, 19:40 UTC
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