This archive report was first published on 21 September 2019.
On September 25, 2019, Ansu Fati made his La Liga debut for Barcelona, scoring a goal in a 5-2 win over Real Valladolid. The 19-year-old footballer from Guinea-Bissau has made a remarkable journey from a humble suburb in Lisbon to becoming a key player at Barcelona's Camp Nou.
Born in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau, Fati moved to Lisbon, Portugal, with his family at a young age. He began playing football in the streets of the suburb of Alvalade, where he was discovered by a talent scout from Benfica.
Benfica signed Fati to their youth academy, and he quickly rose through the ranks, making his professional debut for the club in 2019. However, it was not long before he caught the attention of Barcelona, who signed him to a contract in August 2019.
Since joining Barcelona, Fati has become a regular starter for the team, scoring several goals and providing assists in key matches. His impressive performances have earned him a reputation as one of the most promising young players in the world.
