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The Other Kids

In a heartwarming tale, a gifted Ugandan soccer player, Reagan Mubiru, strives to guide his nation to its inaugural African Nations Cup victory, fueled by his admiration for Fernando Torres, all while juggling his education through a scholarship.

Hundreds of millions of kids play football every day, and for many, it's the only way to access education or a better future. The life of Mubiru Rigan, who dreams of being the next Fernando Torres and scoring Uganda's first African Cup goal, depends on a sport grant. After his mother abandoned him in a toxic waste dump at age 3, Rigan survived by selling scrap metal and stealing, but was eventually discovered by a trainer who secured him a grant, allowing him to return to school and pursue his passion for football.

Info about The Other Kids

Studio(s): Al Jazeera Documentary Channel, La Mirada Oblicua

Originally Released: United States, May 01, 2016

Production Countries: Spain, Uganda

Genres:Documentary