Ancient Chinese football played at Great Wall

BEIJING, China - An exhibition game of ancient Chinese football is played at the Great Wall near Beijing on March 16 in commemoration of China's participation in this summer's World Cup soccer finals. It will be the first time China takes part in the tournament, which is being co-hosted by Japan and South Korea.

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