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Life in his homeland presented constant challenges. The author shares a family history marked by size and struggle: the youngest of eighteen siblings, he watched a father stretched thin by responsibility and scarce resources. Books were a luxury his family could not afford, so reading parallel to his brothers remained a distant dream. While he occasionally helped at his father’s clothing shop, much of his time was spent at home, where the weight of daily hardship pressed down. One day, friends of a brother found him weeping because his parents would not permit him to join a game of football. They warned that children can vanish when they wander alone, yet their message carried a different temptation—an invitation to consider a risky journey toward Europe. This moment became a turning point. Born in Abidjan, Ivory Coast in 2004, the young man later left his homeland, facing dangers and uncertainty in pursuit of opportunity. His decision to travel Recounted in his own words, the longing to chase a dream on a larger stage overshadowed the fear of the unknown. Football offered a beacon—an escape from deprivation and a chance to prove himself on a broader stage. Over the years, with perseverance and the right paperwork in order, he has navigated the legal and administrative steps required to align with a new home. The path to a stable future involved dedication to his sport, rigorous training, and a willingness to endure setbacks. Now, as he stands on the verge of representing Spain in elite competition, his motivation feels even more profound. The appeal of donning the national colors is fueled not by fame alone but by the belief that he can inspire others who face similar barriers. Behind every kick and every match are stories of family, sacrifice, and resilience that drive him to keep going. His teammates share the same resolve: to push onward for the chance to wear the Spain jersey with pride and to show how far perseverance can take a person who refuses to give up. While the journey has been arduous, the sense of purpose remains clear: to honor those who supported him, to prove that possibility can emerge from hardship, and to contribute to a team that values tenacity, teamwork, and the courage to chase a dream even when the odds seem daunting. In this narrative, football is not merely a sport; it is a bridge between past hardships and a future shaped by determination and national pride. The road ahead may still hold uncertainties, but the commitment to earning a place at the highest levels of the game remains steadfast for him and his peers who share a similar path.