Inijaki Williams started the game, and Garner regretfully lost to Portugal 2-3. A day ago, his younger brother Nico Williams appeared in a Spanish robe to fight Costa Rica . The brothers born in a refugee family have jointly created a new World Cup history, becoming the first pair of brothers who represent different teams since the 1930 World Cup was held (Kevin Boateng, who represented Garner in the 2010 World Cup, and Jerome Boateng, who represented Germany, are half-brothers).
From refugee home to football temple, the Williams brothers used their inspirational life to load their names into history. Among the participating teams in this World Cup, many players are also born in refugee homes, Canadian superstar Alfonso Davis , Australian players Avi Mabi and Garron Coul... They use their football dream to illuminate the once dark life. They conquered their destiny and shone on the stadium, inspiring the same displaced people, even if they are forced to lose their homes, they can still have dreams and hopes.
each has its own main purpose, and it is a common wish to repay the family
Williams brothers, both born in Spain. Because their parents are Ghanaian, the two brothers have dual nationality . When his younger brother Nico was determined to serve the Bullfighters Army, his older brother Iniyaki finally made the decision to wear the Ghana national team's robe.
"This is not an easy decision, but it is to follow the decision in the heart." Iniyaki, who once played in the warm-up match for Spain, admitted that he changed his mind because he realized that Ghana is his "root". "I know what Ghana and Africa mean to me and my family. Seeing me playing in the World Cup in Ghana jersey has always been the dream of my family."
Although the two brothers are their own people in the World Cup, fighting for their families is their common wish. "Everything we do is for our parents and family to repay what they have done, so that they can see their children realize their dreams." Iniyaki, 28, said that he didn't know what his parents had experienced to escape from suffering until eight years ago. Even though the mother avoids telling the bad details as much as possible, the panic on the crowded and worn truck, the despair when hiking through the desert, the thirst for simple food and water, mercilessly peels off the trauma of memories.
"Along the way, some people fell and some were buried, and danger was everywhere. After hearing the stories of our parents, we can fight harder and have a stronger heart." Iniyaki said that he and his younger brother Nico were always grateful. If they had not come to Spain at all costs, they would not have entered the world-famous Lesama Youth Training Academy, and represent Athletic Bilbao on La Liga , and now they are on the stage of the World Cup at the same time. "We can never repay them, but the life we strive to give them is the life they dream of giving us."
Like my brother, Nico, who is only 20 years old, has a stronger fighting desire and mature mindset than his peers. "What my parents have experienced will make me think more." Nico was ecstatic when he received a call from Spanish coach Enrique . "The family is very proud of us participating in the World Cup together. They have suffered a lot for us, which is the best reward." Shouldn't
succeed? Life is redefined by football. Compared with the Williams brothers, Alfonso Davis, who led the Canadian team to return to the World Cup after 36 years, shoulders more responsibilities and expectations. Unfortunately, in his first game against Belgium, he missed a penalty and Canada eventually lost 0-1. This was not a smooth World Cup premiere, just like his ill-fated life starting from a refugee camp.
22 years ago, Davis was born in a refugee camp in Ghana. His parents came here to escape the war in Liberia. It was not until the age of 5 that the Davis family was relocated to Canada at the UNHCR. On the campus of Edmonton , an after-school football game changed Davis's fate, and his football talent marveled the enlightenment coach: "This child is a gift from God to football."
Davis, who found his life direction in the football world, embarked on the road of growth at the speed of light. He entered the American Major League field at the age of 15 and 8 months, became the youngest player in the Canadian team at the age of 16 and 7 months, and won the Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich championship trophy... Now, at the age of 22, he has not only become the core of the Canadian team, but also ranked among the best wingers in the world football with outstanding physical fitness and sharp breakthroughs.
"A child born in a refugee camp should not have succeeded, but now we are going to the World Cup. Don’t let anyone define your dreams as unrealistic. Keep dreaming and keep working hard to realize them! "Before going to the World Cup, Davis, who was keen on social media, wrote this inspirational declaration and placed the documentary link of his growth from "refugee baby" to a talented star in a prominent position. He entered the football hall and hoped to tell the world with his own personal experience, "Refugees will not choose to become refugees themselves, because something has happened in their country and has to go to a safer environment. If we have the opportunity, we can also become doctors, staff, football players. ”
In order to allow more children who have lost their homes to obtain survival security, education and participation in sports, Davis participated in the work of the United Nations Refugee Agency as a goodwill ambassador. All his income from this World Cup will be donated to charities. “There are tens of millions of people around the world who have fled the conflict in order to seek safety, just like my family. Only by obtaining guarantees and opportunities can they realize their potential and thrive. "He used his experience to convey the power of sports, give healing and hope to those who are forced to displace, and help them shape the future.
Author: Gu Miao
Editor: Chen Haixiang
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