The Football War
In 1969, a World Cup qualifier between El Salvador and Honduras sparked more than just fan riots. Tensions between the nations were already sky-high due to immigration and land disputes. The football match — filled with fouls, insults, and nationalism — pushed both countries into a full-scale war just days after the final whistle.
The conflict, known as the Football War, lasted 100 hours and resulted in thousands of casualties. While the war wasn’t only about soccer, it was the match that lit the powder keg. Proof that sports rivalries aren’t always harmless fun.
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