Our Champion for Peace
Nicolas NKOULOU
Soccer
Cameroon
I haven’t forgotten where I come from. I grew up here, on these fields, with the same dreams as many of the young people we’ve met over the past few days. Soccer has allowed me to build a life for myself, but above all, it has taught me values that still guide me today: hard work, respect, discipline, and perseverance. Through my foundation, I hope to pass on these values and help provide more opportunities for younger generations.
Biography / Awards
Former captain of the Indomitable Lions, winner of the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations and emblematic player of AS Monaco, Nicolas Nkoulou launched his foundation dedicated to Cameroonian youth. He puts his career at the service of sport as a tool for dialogue and development.