Peter Charles Ravai, a former defender for the Fiji U20 national team, has elevated his football career by signing with Gulf United in the United Arab Emirates. At just 21 years old, Ravai has already started to make a significant impact at his new club, even taking on the role of captain in several matches since his arrival last month.
Ravai recently had the opportunity to train in Dubai alongside renowned midfielder Ilkay Gundogan from Germany and Manchester City. Reflecting on his experience, Ravai expressed how much he has developed as a player since signing his professional contract and emphasized the value of training with one of the world’s top midfielders.
“The opportunity to train with Ilkay has so far been the highlight of my career,” said Ravai. He noted that this experience, combined with his participation in the FIFA U20 World Cup, would always hold a special place in his journey.
Ravai is also thankful for the support from his club, mentioning the welcoming atmosphere among his teammates and officials. He hopes to absorb as much knowledge as possible and continue to progress in his career. Despite his club commitments, Ravai expressed a strong desire to represent Fiji again, particularly as the national team gears up for World Cup qualifiers.
“I wish the team all the best for the World Cup qualifiers,” he stated, expressing confidence in the squad’s potential to make Fiji proud on the international stage. Looking towards the future, Ravai remains hopeful of returning to the national colors soon.
This inspiring story of Ravai highlights not only his personal ambition but also the broader potential for Fijian football on the global stage. With young talent like Ravai stepping up, there is optimism for the future success of the sport in Fiji.
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