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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Via AP news wire

Congo's soccer team seeks alternatives after Spanish city cancels World Cup warmup game due to Ebola

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Congo was still hoping to play its World Cup warmup against Chile after the mayor of the Spanish city of La Linea de la Concepcion denied authorization for the match because of health concerns related to the Ebola crisis.

Congo's soccer federation said it was in discussions with the Spanish soccer federation and relevant international bodies to find solutions.

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