Soul of Africa: The Migrant Footballers Winning Over Hearts in Spain
310 views · Published 27 November 2018 · 3:17 · Indexed 13 October 2026
Channel: Voice of America · 2018 · News & Politics
Young footballers around the world dream of following in their heroes’ footsteps and going to Europe to play for top teams like Barcelona. A group of mainly African migrants has taken a first step, with the help of a sympathetic coach they have formed their own team in the Spanish leagues. Henry Ridgwell reports from Jerez, the club offers far more than a weekend of soccer practice for the young men, many of whom have risked their lives to reach Spanish shores. Originally published at - https://www.voanews.com/a/soul-of-africa-the-migrant-footballers-winning-over-hearts-in-spain/4675401.html
