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The LinkedIn Message That Took Pico Lopes to the World Cup
Roberto “Pico” Lopes ignored a LinkedIn message from Cabo Verde for months. Years later, the Irish defender helped the Blue Sharks make World Cup history against Spain, Uruguay, Saudi Arabia and Argentina.
Frank Osborne
Jul 73 min read
Banker, Believer, Blue Shark: Pico Lopes and the Run That Won't Stop
Pico Lopes left a banking career and a part time playing path to become a steady presence in Cabo Verde's World Cup backline, helping shut out Spain in Atlanta. SDH has his story.
Jon Nelson
Jun 163 min read
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