The Football War

For many watching the recent Copa America, the brawl that broke out between Uruguayan star Darwin Nunez and Colombian fans after the end of the semi-final was a real shocker. But, did you know though that a World Cup qualifier between Honduras and El Salvador in 1969 led to an actual war? Ahmed Ghoneim breaks down what happened in the so-called "Football War" in the third episode of CGTN's More than Just a Game. Let us know what other stories you would like to watch surrounding sports, politics, and identity, in the comments below Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.