From the streets of Ghana to Orlando City’s Prodigy || Shakur Abdul Mohammed || EP 44

In this inspiring episode of the Football Unknown Podcast, we dive into the journey of Shakur Abdul Mohammed. Born and raised in Ghana, Shakur's soccer talents were nurtured at the prestigious Right to Dream Academy, setting him on a path of athletic and academic excellence. His prowess on the field soon earned him a scholarship to a U.S. boarding school, where his skills caught the eyes of scouts from Duke University. Committing to Duke and leaving high school a year early, Shakur faced the challenges of injuries and adaptation but quickly proved himself by scoring within the first five minutes of a crucial conference game where he got his first college start.

Despite interest from MLS clubs in his freshman year, Shakur chose to hone his skills at Duke for another season, a decision that paid off as he shattered his own records in his sophomore year. His outstanding performance led him to be a first-round pick in the MLS draft by Orlando City. Tune in to hear how Shakur's determination, coupled with a unique blend of talent and resilience, propelled him from the fields of Ghana to the spotlight of American soccer.