Dublin-born Roberto Lopes has gone from working as a mortgage adviser in Dublin to becoming a key player for Cape Verde, a tiny island nation competing in their first World Cup. Lopes, who still plays for Shamrock Rovers, was recruited on LinkedIn by Cape Verde's coach, Rui Aguas, after Aguas discovered Lopes' father was from Cape Verde.
Dublin-born Cape Verde defender set to face Spain at World Cup
UKPulse Sport DeskFormer Dublin bank worker, Roberto Lopes, recruited on LinkedIn to play for Cape Verde, a tiny island nation competing in their first World Cup. Lopes is expected to start for Cape Verde against Spain on Monday.
- Roberto Lopes, a Dublin-born defender, was recruited on LinkedIn to play for Cape Verde
- Lopes, a former Republic of Ireland Under-19 player, has played for Shamrock Rovers and Bohemians
- Cape Verde, a tiny island nation, is competing in their first World Cup
Why this matters: Lopes' incredible journey from a desk job to the World Cup stage is a testament to his hard work and dedication, and it highlights the potential for players from all over the world to represent their countries at the highest level.
What this means for you: If you're a football fan, you'll be inspired by Lopes' remarkable journey, and you'll be eager to see how Cape Verde perform in their first World Cup appearance.