At 36, Richard Ekwam is preparing for his third Amputee Football World Cup, 16 years after making his debut for Ghana. Having lost his right leg in a childhood accident, the Black Challenge striker has turned adversity into a remarkable football career.
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A childhood accident cost Richard Ekwam his right leg, but it never ended his dream of representing Ghana.
Sixteen years after his Amputee Football World Cup debut, the 36-year-old striker is preparing for his third appearance on the global stage in Mexico.
Inspired by Asamoah Gyan, Ekwam is chasing an elusive World Cup medal while preparing for life beyond football.
Watch his inspiring story here:
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