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East Asian Football Championship

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East Asian Football Championship
The EAFF E-1 Football Championship, also known as the East Asian Football Championship, is a regional tournament for men's and women's teams from member nations of the East Asian Football Federation (EAFF).
last updated:
9 September, 2024
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