Bolivia launches women’s amputee team with World Cup dream: Video
Bolivia has begun forming its first women’s amputee football team with the goal of competing at the 2027 FIFA-recognised World Cup.
Training sessions in Santa Cruz mark the early stages of a project aimed not only at building a competitive squad but also at promoting inclusion, mental health and empowerment among women with disabilities. Roxana Vaca said the initiative seeks to improve participants’ emotional and psychological wellbeing while inspiring others to pursue their ambitions regardless of physical limitations.
Backed by international support, including Fred Sorrells, the programme is recruiting women nationwide and will host an intensive training camp with specialised coaches as it prepares for global competition.
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