'I think I've always been a dreamer'
Shamrock Rovers defender Pico Lopes reflects on his standout performance for Cape Verde during their goalless draw against Spain in the World Cup. Lopes, who was recruited via LinkedIn, describes the experience as a surreal career highlight.
Why it matters
It highlights the growing global reach of international football and the unique pathways players take to represent their heritage on the world stage.
Pico Lopes is still walking on air after starring in Cape Verde's stirring performance to shut out Spain in their World Cup opener on Monday, but there's little time for the Shamrock Rovers defender to take it all in with the games coming thick and fast.
The article is a straightforward sports profile with no political or ideological agenda.
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