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201712 minPGdoc-short

Oor Wally

201712 minPGdoc-short

A mother of eight dons the Wally the Warrior costume for every home game during a challenging football season in Scotland.

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A mother of eight dons the Wally the Warrior costume for every home game during a challenging football season in Scotland.

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Eleanor, a mother of eight and grandmother of seven, dons the Wally the Warrior costume for every home game of her local football team in Scotland. Throughout the 2017 season, she embodies the team's spirit as they face yet another relegation battle. The 12-minute documentary captures her dedication and the unique role of Wally as a mascot, blending humor with the challenges of supporting a struggling team.

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