After years of conflict Liberia finally held free and fair elections in 2005. Despite the peace, however, there is a huge problem of poverty and social exclusion which the Liberian team aims to raise awareness of and contribute to improving the country. This year their women's team will play in the first ever Homeless World Cup Women's competition. World Ranking: Copenhagen 2007 - 3rd; Cape Town 2006 - 5th


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Veronica showing off her ball skills
Veronica showing off her ball skills

Lucretuis talking with the players
Lucretuis talking with the players

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Liberia's 'All Star' Homeless World Cup Team

Sports to Develop the Under Privileged (SDU) aims to use sport, especially football, to combat these problems. By organising a Liberian side for the Homeless World Cup the SDU hopes to take a tremendous step forward in realising its aims.

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