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How Family Sacrifices Drove USMNT Star Ricardo Pepi to the World Cup

11 June 2026 07:20

USMNT forward Ricardo Pepi credits his family's sacrifices for his rise to the World Cup. At age 13, he moved to Dallas alone to pursue soccer.

- Pepi left his family in Texas at 13 to train in Dallas. - His parents worked multiple jobs to support his dream.

- Pepi now plays for the US national team and is headed to the World Cup. - He emphasizes that their sacrifices made his success possible.

Pepi's story highlights the personal cost behind professional sports success, as he prepares to represent the United States on the global stage.

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