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Wanted to be a goalkeeper first  Geneva roots, big stage: Manzambi's path to the World Cup star
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Wanted to be a goalkeeper first Geneva roots, big stage: Manzambi's path to the World Cup star

The article traces Johan Manzambi's journey from his childhood in Geneva to becoming a standout player at the World Cup. Born in Geneva, Manzambi initially wanted to be a goalkeeper but was encouraged by family to pursue a career as a forward. He joined the youth academy of Servette Geneva before moving to the U19 team of SC Freiburg in 2023, where he experienced more intense training and lived independently while learning German. In 2024, he moved up to the first team of SC Freiburg and scored his first professional goal in April 2025 against Borussia Mönchengladbach, helping end a losing streak for the club. The following season saw him become a starter, scoring important goals in both the Bundesliga and Europa League, leading Freiburg to the Europa League final. Manzambi made his debut for the Swiss national team in June 2025.

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Wanted to be a goalkeeper first Geneva roots, big stage: Manzambi's path to the World Cup star

The article traces Johan Manzambi's journey from his childhood in Geneva to becoming a standout player at the World Cup. Born in Geneva, Manzambi initially wanted to be a goalkeeper but was encouraged by family to pursue a career as a forward. He joined the youth academy of Servette Geneva before moving to the U19 team of SC Freiburg in 2023, where he experienced more intense training and lived independently while learning German. In 2024, he moved up to the first team of SC Freiburg and scored his first professional goal in April 2025 against Borussia Mönchengladbach, helping end a losing streak for the club. The following season saw him become a starter, scoring important goals in both the Bundesliga and Europa League, leading Freiburg to the Europa League final. Manzambi made his debut for the Swiss national team in June 2025.

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