The Cook Islands national football team is the national team of the Cook Islands and is controlled by the Cook Islands Football Association. With a population of around 24,000 people it remains one of the smallest FIFA teams.
Read more about Cook Islands National Football Team: World Cup Record, Oceania Nations Cup Record, South Pacific Games Record, Squad, Coaches
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