# Blind Volunteer Shines at World Cup

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Podcast: [Toronto News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/toronto-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7593854)
Published: 2026-06-26T21:57:24+00:00
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Alessia Commisso, a 23-year-old blind volunteer from Mississauga, made headlines at the FIFA World Cup—not just for landing one of 5,000 coveted spots, but for being honored with a FIFA Unsung Hero Award and getting VIP tickets to see Croatia play Panama. Diagnosed with a mitochondrial disease, Alessia’s journey has been one of triumph and inclusion, as she and her mom Sonia were treated with genuine respect and admiration throughout the event, even meeting FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who sat with them in the VIP lounge and shared a personal connection through his own daughter’s name. This experience has been more than a dream come true—it’s proof that true inclusion isn’t just possible, it’s powerful. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/738d8baf406f6727

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