Rwandan Star Dreams Big in Champions League | Manchester United News

Manchester United News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 9, 2026 · 1m

Joy-Lance Mickels, a Rwandan international and forward for Azerbaijani club Sabah, is set to live his childhood dream as his team takes on Manchester United in the Champions League — a match he’s dreamed of since he was a kid. A lifelong Red Devils fan, Mickels helped lead Sabah to their historic Champions League debut with four crucial goals in qualifying, including a dramatic 94th-minute strike that forced extra time. He’ll become the first player from Rwanda to compete in the tournament proper, proud to represent his heritage and inspire young athletes at home. Facing giants like Dortmund…