Real Madrid's Vinícius Jr sends surprise message to boy who lost his legs in Sudan's war

Double amputee Zaher told the BBC last year about his favourite footballer and a dream of being able to walk again.

Reported by BBC News. We will add other newspapers as they cover it. November 11, 2026, 00:19 UTC

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1. BBC NewsUnited KingdomNovember 11, 2026, 00:19 UTC

   Real Madrid's Vinícius Jr sends surprise message to boy who lost his legs in Sudan's war

   Double amputee Zaher told the BBC last year about his favourite footballer and a dream of being able to walk again.

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