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Sudanese clubs seek league title amid civil war

Sudanese clubs seek league title amid civil war

Arab News2 days ago
JOHANNESBURG: A civil war in Sudan has not prevented clubs competing to be national champions and qualify for the 2025/26 Confederation of African Football (CAF) competitions.
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