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The tiny Polynesian nation of American Samoa had never won a football match. Officially the worlds worst team, the national squads results since its founding in 1994 ran to 30 straight defeats. At their lowest point, Australia whipped them 31-0, the biggest loss in the history of international football. Victory, when it came, was always going to be front-page news for this island nation of 55,000 people. But when it did – a 2-1 win against local rivals Tonga – it was not just the result but also one of the teams star players that internationally would prove so noteworthy. Centre-back Jaiyah Saelua was the first ever transgender player to take part in a competitive mens international. Learn more independent.co.uk/sport/football/worldcup/pitch-perfect-transgender-star-lifts-worlds-worst-footballers-9321370.html
Posted on: Thu, 05 Jun 2014 02:02:17 +0000

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