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First Person: Soccer helps me feel like myself, far from home

Sebastian Pinera — November 25, 2024

Leaving Mexico for Canada changed everything. But on the soccer field, I found a way to stay connected to home while discovering who I’m becoming.

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Photo: Agrani Tiwari

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