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200684 minGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Goal Dreams

200684 minGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

A team of men strives to represent their people by playing for the Palestinian National Football team in a land that needs hope and unity.

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Jeffrey Saunders,

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A team of men strives to represent their people by playing for the Palestinian National Football team in a land that needs hope and unity.

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Jeffrey Saundersdirector

Maya Sanbardirector

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Men train and compete for the Palestinian National Football team in this 2006 documentary. They share a common goal: to represent their homeland on the international stage. The film captures their efforts and dedication as they strive for recognition in a challenging environment. Throughout the 84-minute runtime, personal stories intertwine with the broader context of sports in Palestine.

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