Joy-Lance Mickels, a 32-year-old from Rwanda, is set to make history in the Champions League. He has been a Manchester United fan since childhood and will be fulfilling a lifelong dream when he steps out onto the pitch at Old Trafford. Mickels is expected to start up front when Azerbaijani side Sabah travel to Manchester United's home in the opening round of the league phase. This will be a proud moment for him, as Manchester United are one of the biggest clubs in the world. He is in his second stint with Sabah, a side based in the town of Masazir, which lies about 16km north-west of the capital Baku.
Mickels Set to Make Champions League History
BBC Football has confirmed that Joy-Lance Mickels is set to be the first player from Rwanda to feature in the Champions League proper.
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