A 4-1 loss marked the first international match for the Tibetan national football team against Greenland on June 30, 2000, in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Synopsis
A 4-1 loss marked the first international match for the Tibetan national football team against Greenland on June 30, 2000, in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Synopsis
In Dharamshala, northern India, the Tibetan national football team begins its first training sessions in decades. Led by trainers Jens Espensen and Michael Nybrandt, the team prepares for an international match against Greenland on June 30, 2000. The game, held in Copenhagen, marks a significant moment for Tibetans in exile. The match concludes with Greenland winning 4-1. The film features the 14th Dalai Lama and captures the players' disciplined approach to the sport, reflecting their Buddhist background.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet the Tibetan national football team in exile.
- See the match broadcast live by Free Tibet radio.
- Find out about the Dalai Lama's involvement.
Did You Know
- The match between Tibet and Greenland took place on June 30, 2000.
- The film won Best Feature Film at the Krasnogorski International Filmfestival.
- The final score of the match was Greenland 4, Tibet 1.
- The documentary has a runtime of 54 minutes.
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Who directed The Forbidden Team?
The Forbidden Team was directed by Rasmus Dinesen and Arnold Krøjgaard.
What was the outcome of the match between Tibet and Greenland?
Greenland won the match against Tibet with a score of 4–1.
What awards did The Forbidden Team receive?
The film received the Best Feature Film award at the Krasnogorski International Filmfestival in Moscow and the Audience Award at the International Sport Movies & TV Festival in Milan.
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