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The government approved on Wednesday a draft agreement with the Lithuanian Football Federation that is expected to pave the way for renewing the country's football infrastructure and involving more children in the sport.
Government to sign agreement with Football Federation
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"We believe that the signing of the document will lay the foundation and we will be able to speak about a revival of Lithuanian football," Prime Minister Saulius Skvernelis told reporters.

"This is very important for involving children, improving their health and, lastly, achieving massive

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