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Sport

The martial art of Muay Lao, the national sport, is a form of kickboxing similar to other styles of Southeast Asia such as Thai Muay Thai, Burmese Lethwei, Malaysian Tomoi and Cambodian Pradal Serey.

Football in Laos has grown up to be the most popular sport for Lao people. The Lao League is now the professional league for association football clubs in Laos. Since the start of the League Lao Army FC (8 Titles) has been the most successful club with the highest championship wins.

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