George soccer star hopes French tour will take him closer to his dream

A teenage soccer star from the Thembalethu township in George is hoping that his quick feet, game instincts and goalkeeping skills will catch the attention of selectors and save his spot in the team travelling to France later in 2025.  

Thandolwethu Sigxina, 19, is one of nine players from the area jetting off to Paris and Péronne in October aiming to impress club selectors and potentially kickstart their careers as professional footballers...

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