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Abaho Elvin will respresent East Africa at the prestigious Donosti Cup in Valencia, Spain
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By Bruno Mugizi
Sheema – Abaho Elvin from The Lion Sports Academy in Sheema District has successfully passed trials in Arusha, Tanzania, earning a spot to represent the East African community at the prestigious Donosti Cup in Valencia, Spain. The trials, held from April 12th to 18th, featured over 30 talented players from across Africa competing for a place in the final 15-man squad.
The 15-man squad selected to represent Africa in Spain includes Abaho from Sheema
Abaho’s selection marks a significant milestone for The Lion Sports Academy, which was founded in 2018. He becomes the first player from the academy to represent it on a European stage. Ronald Alonso, CEO of The Lion Sports Academy, expressed his excitement over the achievement and reaffirmed the academy’s commitment to developing young football talent. “Abaho Elvin's selection is a testament to his hard work and dedication. We're proud to see him take this significant step in his football career,” Alonso said. “This achievement is a milestone for The Lion Sports Academy. We're committed to nurturing young talent, and Abaho's success is a shining example of our efforts.”
Abaho Elvin, right will represent East Africa in Spain
The Donosti Cup, scheduled for July, is set to be an exciting tournament, showcasing top young talents from around the globe.
“I’m thrilled to represent the East African community in the Donosti Cup. This is a dream come true, and I’m grateful to The Lion Sports Academy for believing in me,” said Elvin. “I couldn’t have achieved this without the support of my family, coaches, and teammates. I’m excited to showcase my skills on the international stage.”
About Donosti Cup
The Donosti Cup is the number 1 soccer tournament in Southern Europe. The vibrant city of San Sebastian hosts this event with almost 900 teams from more than 20 countries. San Sebastián is widely known for being a Capital City of European Culture and sits only 12 miles from the French border on the picturesque Bay of Biscay.
READ MORE ABOUT THE DONOSTI CUP HERE
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