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Mexico: Football Without Fear

Mexico: Football Without Fear

Summary

Nallely Arenas, a lawyer near Mexico City, started a football group called Cancha Violeta to help young people live safely despite violence and crime. Her daughter Karol plays on the team and hopes to compete in the Street Child World Cup. The documentary "Mexico: Football Without Fear" shows their story and the challenges of gender violence in Mexico.

Key Facts

  • Nallely Arenas is a lawyer who faced legal struggles.
  • She co-founded Cancha Violeta, a football group for youth near Mexico City.
  • The group provides a safe place amid gender violence and cartel crime.
  • Nallely’s daughter Karol trains with Cancha Violeta.
  • Karol aims to play in the upcoming Street Child World Cup.
  • The documentary is directed by Elpida Nikou and Rodrigo Hernandez.
  • The film highlights the difficulties women face from gender violence in Mexico.
  • Football is used as a tool to support and protect young people in difficult areas.
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