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Andile Jali. Image: Twitter

Lesedi, son of Sundowns midfielder Andile Jali, shares his football dreams

Lesedi, 12-year-old son of Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Andile Jali, has big footsteps to follow, and even bigger dreams!

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Andile Jali. Image: Twitter

Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Andile Jali has enjoyed a stellar career. Now, his 12-year-old son Lesedi has footballing dreams and aspirations of his own.

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Sundowns star Andile Jali’s son has big dreams

Lesedi Jali was recently named as Footballer of the Year at an end-of-year awards ceremony at primary school, all of this via KickOff.

Like his dad, Lesedi is a lanky defensive midfielder who’s comfortable using both feet.

“I feel happy and honoured because I am now being recognised for my talent.”

“It’s the first time I received an award, and all my friends were happy for me, my mom and dad too. I want to become a professional player, finish my schooling in England, while playing for Manchester City and be the best midfielder in the world because I can play great with both feet.”

“I also want to play for Bafana Bafana.” Lesedi told KickOff.

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Young Lesedi dreams of one day studying in England and playing for current English champions, Manchester City as well as Bafana Bafana. Lesedi is a passionate Orlando Pirates supporter, one of his father’s former clubs. Things might get a bit awkward when the Buccaneers and Sundowns meet on December 30th at the resumption of the DStv Premiership.

Of course he’ll also be keeping one eye on Man City’s match against Everton the following day!

Andile Jali of Mamelodi Sundowns
Andile Jali of Mamelodi Sundowns. Image: Muzi Ntombela / BackpagePix

There’s no point in dreaming unless you dream big!

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