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From war-torn childhood to a night playing Arsenal

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It has been a long road for Charles Lokolingoy from a childhood in the Democratic Republic of Congo to playing football for Sydney FC. Image: Sydney FCs Charles Lokolingoy (AAP)


But, looking back, the rising star says he thinks his refugee background has helped him strive harder for success.

 

 


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