The rise of the refugee stars representing Germany, Canada, Australia and more
The article profiles professional athletes like Antonio Rudiger who overcame refugee experiences to reach the pinnacle of international sports. It highlights the personal sacrifices and perilous journeys their families undertook to escape conflict in Africa.
Why it matters
It provides a humanizing perspective on the global refugee crisis through the lens of high-profile sports figures.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Ian Williams BBC Sport Africa BBC Nestory Irankunda, Antonio Rudiger and Alphonso Davies are representing Australia, Germany and Canada respectively at the World Cup - and all have links to Africa as refugees When Antonio Rudiger entered the fray as a substitute during Germany s World Cup opener - a 7-1 victory over Curacao at the Houston Stadium - he knew his large extended family would be watching on proudly.
The piece is a human-interest feature story focusing on personal narratives rather than political debate.
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