Many of the world's top footballers have used the sport to escape their life of poverty and even refugee status:

Give him a ball so he can kick

Curl, dribble, head, learn incredible tricks

Give him a ball so he has the key

The means, the power, the hope to succeed

Give him a ball to open the door

Escape poverty, hunger, famine and war

Give him a ball - he'll exceed expectations

Find fame, wealth, health and explore foreign nations

Give him a ball to raise him high up

Win medals, trophies, perhaps the World Cup

Give him a ball then watch him soar

As his shots hit the net and the crazy crowds roar

Give him a ball and he'll never die

Give him a ball and he'll fly