BC-SOC--Argentina-Coed Soccer Ban, 1st Ld-Writethru,662 Girl soccer player challenges gender rules in Argentina AP Photo NAT301, NAT302, NAT303, NAT304, NAT305, NAT306, NAT307, NAT308, NAT309 Eds: Adds details. With AP Photos. A 7-year-old girl`s desire to play soccer has called attention to the obstacles women face in the sport. A regional league says she has to quit playing for a boys` team, even though there are no leagues for girls where she lives. By DEBORA REY CHABAS, Argentina (AP) - At age 7, Candelaria Cabrera goes after the soccer ball with determination. She drives toward her rivals without caring much about getting hurt and deftly manages the bumps on the dirt field. She wears a...
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