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‘Sport has the power to change the world’ – Nelson Mandela, 2000 Laureus World Sports Awards

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Thiago

Alcântara

Thiago Alcântara is one of the most decorated Spanish footballers of his generation. After progressing through Barcelona’s famed youth academy, he went on to win four La Liga titles and be part of the squad who won the Champions League in 2011 under Pep Guardiola. His move to Bayern Munich in 2013 ushered in even more success, including seven Bundesliga titles and a second Champions League in 2020. A spell at Liverpool – who he played for 68 times – brought another three trophies.

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