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Victor Wanyama shares his incredible story from hardship to a global footballing star

Video: Victor Wanyama shares his journey from poverty to stardom

From the poverty-stricken streets of Nairobi to the ritzy promenades of England, Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama endured a voyage that would fracture most young players' ambitions.

Like most boys in Africa, who start their football careers with balls made from plastic bags and rubber bands on bare pitches or streets, Wanyama’s case is no different.

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