From non-league to playing for Ghana at the World Cup - the Semenyo story (opens original article in a new tab)

Antoine Semenyo's journey from non-league football to the World Cup was shaped by David Hockaday's mentorship and his own resilience.

• Antoine Semenyo signed for Bournemouth and sent former Leeds manager David Hockaday a bottle of Champagne with 'hunger and belief' on the label.
• Hockaday discovered Semenyo's talent during a trial, nurtured his confidence, and helped him progress from non-league to professional football.
• Semenyo's journey included multiple loan spells, setbacks, and eventual success with Bournemouth before a £65m move to Manchester City and a World Cup call-up for Ghana.