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From Dublin Streets to World Stage | Cork News
Pico Lopes, the 34-year-old Cabo Verde star who stunned the world at the World Cup, rolled into his childhood club Lourdes Celtic FC in Crumlin to a roaring hometown hero’s welcome. Surrounded by kids clamoring for autographs and selfies, Lopes reflected on how his roots taught him more than football — values, grit, and how to be a good person. He urged young dreamers to believe in themselves, no matter where they come from. The club’s academy is now buzzing with new talent, inspired by his journey from Dublin’s grassroots to global glory — proof that with heart and hard work, even the…
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