Also Read: Google Doodle celebrates Saudi Arabia National Day with a special illustration Meanwhile, her most notable legacy was founding the country’s first women's football team, the GFC (Gruppo Femminile Calcistico). This act undoubtedly broke down gender barriers during a time when official sports were mostly played by men.
Boccalini Barcellona’s work not only empowered women to pursue athletic endeavours but also challenged stereotypes about women's abilities and interests. It is to be further noted that she was also one of the founding members of the GDD (Defence Groups for Women and for the Assistance of Freedom Fighters), an organization that was committed to equality and emancipation for women.
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