Rüdiger Champions Refugee Voices

As a child, Antonio Rüdiger grew up in Neukölln, Berlin, in a community largely made up of refugees. His parents had settled there after fleeing civil war in Sierra Leone. By his own account, it was a tough area where football helped keep him out of trouble. esporist.com

Now drawing on his family's experience, the Real Madrid defender is advocating for refugees and challenging stereotypes. He emphasizes that refugees have no other choice and it's important they be listened to.