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The Football War: The Conflict that Confronted El Salvador and Honduras Towards the Mexico World Cup 70

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In July 1969, Central America was the scene of one of the most unique conflicts in contemporary history. The armed confrontation between El Salvador and Honduras, popularly known as the “Fútbol War”, lasted just 100 hours, but left thousands dead, tens of thousands displaced and a deep imprint on the relationship between the two countries. Despite its name, the origin of the war was much more complex than a sports rivalry. The eliminations towar…
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In July 1969, Central America was the scene of one of the most unique conflicts in contemporary history. The armed confrontation between El Salvador and Honduras, popularly known as the “Fútbol War”, lasted just 100 hours, but left thousands dead, tens of thousands displaced and a deep imprint on the relationship between the two countries. Despite its name, the origin of the war was much more complex than a sports rivalry. The eliminations towar…

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Capital México broke the news on Tuesday, June 2, 2026.
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