Let’s get Mitchells Plain soccer star off to Spain!

A young soccer player from Mitchells Plain, Isma-eel Veldsman, 16, says he wants to take his soccer to the next level after he was awarded an opportunity to showcase his talent in Spain, following a successful soccer trial at BT Recruitment Agency in December.

“This opportunity means the world to me, I have put in the hard work and I hope this could open doors for me,” he explained.

“I’m also very excited to go overseas and watch how European footballers play.”

Mom Fatima added: “It has been a rollercoaster of emotions. Isma-eel is an introvert but completely transforms on a field with a ball at his feet.

“I have watched him put in countless hours refining his skill and I am immensely proud not only of the footballer he has become, but also of the young man.”

However, Fatima said that they still need funds for him to make the trip in September.

“The trip is R45 500, thus far we have received small donations and of course, used from our own pockets.

“He sells paaper and perfume, I bake cake and we are hoping to give a function early next month.

“This is a plea as a mother to assist in helping me make my son’s dream come true and would love for them to be part of my son’s journey.”

The Mitchell's Plain High pupil will undergo high-performance training while in Spain where he has five games scheduled, during which scouts will also be present, added Brandon Timmy, BT’s head of football operation. “They are going to learn and experience something that they have never experienced before.”

If you are able to assist, contact Fatima at 067 676 3795.

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