Haiti's World Cup Qualification Offers Rare Hope Amid Gang Violence Crisis
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Jason Motlagh
Summary
Amid a devastating humanitarian crisis and rampant gang violence controlling much of Haiti, the Haitian national football team's qualification for its first World Cup in 52 years has become a powerful symbol of resilience and hope for the nation. The article highlights how soccer has provided a rare source of joy and unity for Haitians, with young players dreaming of glory on the international stage despite the dire circumstances surrounding them.
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Rolling StoneHaiti's World Cup Qualification Offers Rare Hope Amid Gang Violence Crisisrollingstone.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledWe are a people of hope
Despite the prevalence of armed gangs that control vast swathes of the capital and growing parts of the countryside, the Haitian national football team is playing in its first World Cup in 52 years
an improbable feat of resilience that's given people something to celebrate amid one of the most relentless crises
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