A drone carrying an Albanian flag sparked chaos during a 2014 soccer match in Belgrade, leading to an attack on the Albanian players.
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A drone carrying an Albanian flag sparked chaos during a 2014 soccer match in Belgrade, leading to an attack on the Albanian players.
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On October 14, 2014, the Serbian capital of Belgrade hosted a tense soccer match between Albania and Serbia. Albanian fans were barred from attending due to safety concerns, leaving a stadium filled with Serbian supporters who chanted racist slogans. The situation escalated when a drone carrying an Albanian flag flew onto the pitch, prompting fans to storm the field and attack the Albanian players. The film follows the Albanian national team as they prepare for their first appearance in a major tournament, reflecting on the historical context of political tensions and conflict in the region.
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- See the October 2014 Serbia v Albania match unfold.
- Meet key players like Lorik Cana and coach Gianni De Biasi.
- Find out how political tensions affect sports in the Balkans.
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- The film premiered at the Warsaw Film Festival on October 19, 2017.
- Albanian Americans funded the production of Triumph.
- The initial title of the film was 'Battle in the Balkans'.
- The match on October 14, 2014, ended prematurely due to fan violence.
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Who directed the documentary Triumph?
Triumph was directed by Kreshnik Jonuzi, Luftar Von Rama, and Charlie Askew.
When did Triumph premiere?
Triumph premiered at the Warsaw Film Festival on October 19, 2017.
What event does Triumph focus on?
Triumph focuses on the soccer match between Albania and Serbia that took place on October 14, 2014.
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