Answers to challenge #23

23 October 2026

1. Where was Luka Modrić born?

   Zadar, Croatia

   He grew up as a refugee during the war and won the Ballon d'Or in 2018.

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2. In which Peruvian city do Melgar play?

   Arequipa, Peru

   Their stadium is more than 2,300 metres up, with the Misti volcano as a backdrop.

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3. Where was Eusébio, Benfica's "Black Panther", born?

   Maputo, Mozambique

   He was born when the city was called Lourenço Marques; he was top scorer at the 1966 World Cup.

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