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After the Cup: Sons of Sakhnin United

The tale of an Arab football team from an Israeli town, defying the odds to become the first team from the region to win the Israeli Cup, securing a historic spot in European competitions.

Over 1.4 million Arab citizens of Israel navigate living in a Jewish state while preserving their Arabic heritage. In Israel, soccer is extremely popular, and Bnei Sakhnin, a team from an Arab town, has become the first to win the Israeli Cup and represent Israel in European competition. Despite differences, the team's Arab, Jewish, and foreign-born players, owned by an Arab and coached by a Jew, strive for coexistence. However, they face significant challenges as they enter their first season after their unexpected win, including financial struggles, lack of experience, and internal conflicts.

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Studio(s): Deaf, Dumb Blind, Dionysian Films

Originally Released: United States, Apr 05, 2009

Genres:Documentary