Ahead of the champions League Phase League match between Slavia Prague and FC Barcelona on Wednesday at Fortuna Arena in Prague, both clubs have partnered for a charitable initiative supporting children affected by cancer.
Dominik and Adam, two nine-year-old czech boys battling cancer, are central to this effort. Dominik is a fan of FC Barcelona, while adam supports Slavia Prague. Both will attend the match, meet the players, and experience a special chance from the stadium stands.
The two boys are featured in a dedicated video highlighting their stories and the initiative.Barcelona’s official website details the event and provides a link to the video.
Prior to kickoff, Dominik and Adam will greet players from both Slavia Prague and FC Barcelona in the tunnel. Afterward, in the mixed zone, players from both teams will present gifts to the boys, and a photo will be taken with representatives from both clubs, displaying a banner reading “Together Against Cancer,” symbolizing their united commitment to fighting childhood cancer.
Despite the on-field rivalry, FC Barcelona and Slavia Prague are uniting in this charitable action to demonstrate shared values, social duty, and support for children with serious illnesses. The initiative highlights the connection between both clubs thru the two boys, representing each team’s colors while living with cancer.
The illness and treatments prevent dominik and Adam from participating in typical childhood activities. Experiencing their passion for football aims to positively impact their emotional well-being and provide a temporary escape from the challenges of their condition.
Blaugrana Bracelets
This initiative is part of the Fundación Barça’s ’Blaugrana Bracelets’ program, representing the Club’s solidarity with children and young people facing serious illnesses. The program aims to improve the emotional well-being of children and adolescents during long hospital stays and to provide more humane and supportive care to patients and their families during arduous times. Fundación Barça’s website provides more details about the program.
Through the ‘Blaugrana Bracelets,’ FC Barcelona connects with children and young people suffering from these illnesses as part of emotional support programs that, according to medical studies, can help them cope with the process emotionally. FC Barcelona News details research backing the program.
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