Ansu Fati's Father Narrates His Struggle from Guinea-Bissau to Spain
Saturday 14-02-2026
The career of the young star Ansu Fati in the world of football is the result of great sacrifices made by his father, Bori Fati, who migrated to Spain from Guinea-Bissau in search of a better future for his family and broader opportunities for his children.

In statements made to "Cadena SER," the player's father recounted a long and moving story of struggle, the value of which has increased today with the success his son has achieved in European football, most recently with his impressive performance at Monaco, following his previous experience with Barcelona.

Boris Fati said he arrived in Spain to "fulfill our life's dream and work to support my family. We came to achieve a dream," noting that he was working on high-speed train line construction projects.

Before arriving in Spain, he spent some time in Portugal, where he worked picking olives during the day and collecting glasses in nightclubs in the evening. He added, "I used to hide from labor inspectors in the fields. I lived on Caritas aid for eight months, and I also worked in plastering, sending money to my family."

He confirmed that his beginnings in Spain were not easy, but the support of some neighbors in the town of Herrera helped him settle quickly. He expressed his deep gratitude to the Spanish people, especially those who extended a helping hand during the toughest times.

He spoke about his first meeting with his son at Seville Airport, saying: "I left my country for work while my wife was pregnant. Ansu was six years old when I was able to reunite the family. I saw him running at the airport, and I knew it was him because he was the only black child there."

In conclusion, Boris Fati admitted that he never imagined his son would become a professional football player, but he began to recognize his extraordinary talent when he saw him shine in Barcelona's youth categories, before making his way to stardom.

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