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Abbott and Real Madrid Kick Off Search to Empower Young Soccer Talent
Abbott (NYSE: ABT) announced today the creation of the inaugural 'Abbott Dream Team.' The program will seek out talented soccer players from across the United States and give them a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel to Madrid where they will showcase their skills and learn from Real Madrid's legendary coaches. Abbott health experts will provide the athletes with the latest advancements in sports health and nutrition to help them gain a deeper understanding of their bodies and achieve peak
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