FROM LOCAL FIELDS TO ITALIAN DREAMS: Teen midfielder shines abroad
By Sitha Maliwa:
A 14-year-old South African footballer is proving that talent, determination, and belief can open doors far beyond home soil. David Chinonso Kumani Uchehara, a learner at Highlands North Boys High School, has recently returned from Italy after an impressive stint training with top clubs AS Roma and Frosinone Calcio - an experience that may well shape the future of his promising career.
David, an attacking midfielder known for his composure and creativity, embraced the opportunity with both excitement and maturity. Reflecting on his time in Italy, he described a welcoming environment coupled with a demanding football culture.
“I liked the training facilities and everyone was welcoming,” he said. “But the intensity of Italian players ...