Diaspora
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The Guardian : ‘We can do much’: how feeling for family helped end Haiti’s long World Cup absence
Presents the Haitian diaspora as central to national identity and collective pride
The article emphasizes the role of diaspora players and fans in sustaining and amplifying Haiti’s presence, framing migration not as fragmentation but as expansion of nationhood.
“With travel from Haiti prohibitively expensive for many and US visa restrictions limiting access for others, the diaspora has become the public face of Haitian support during the tournament.”
BBC News : From war to World Cup - Dzeko's last dance could be Bosnia's new beginning
Positively frames diaspora contributions as essential to national unity and sporting success
The article highlights the significant role of diaspora-born players and positions their return as an act of loyalty and shared identity.
“Seventeen of the 26 players were born outside of Bosnia & Herzegovina.”