In Ghana's gritty lower league football scene, rising talent Rich Sowah Laryea is carving out his path with grit and determination.
Born on August 24, 2008, in the bustling suburbs of Accra, Rich grew up in a modest neighborhood where football was more than just a game it was hope.
With a ball often made from tied-up plastic bags and bare feet for boots, Rich's love for the sport sparked before he even turned five.
His role as a defensive midfielder didn't come by chance.