Alfonso Amade, right-back for Septemvri Sofia and member of the Mozambique national football team, celebrates his 25th birthday today, November 12th. The player, born in Germany and of Mozambican origin, is about to face one of the most exciting moments of his career: the crucial match against Mali for qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Amade began his professional career at TSG Hoffenheim, where he made his Bundesliga debut on March 2, 2019, coming on as a substitute for Nadiem Amiri in the match against Eintracht Frankfurt. Despite the narrow 3-2 defeat, the match marked the beginning of his journey as a high-level professional player. His initial training as a promising young player in Germany gave him the technical foundation and experience in high-level competitions.
However, it was the call to represent Mozambique that gave a new direction to Amade's career. Choosing to honor his roots, he joined the Mozambican national team and now participates in the prestigious continental tournament, the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN), which brings together the top national teams in Africa. This edition is particularly special for Amade, who was called up in December 2023, making his debut in the tournament he always dreamed of playing in.
With his birthday falling so close to a crucial match, Amade is motivated to give his best on the field. The clash against Mali will be a trial by fire for the Mozambican national team, which is counting on Amade's talent and determination to help the team achieve a positive result. For the right-back, this moment is a unique opportunity to celebrate not only a personal milestone, but also to make history wearing the Mambas jersey.
Alfonso Amade represents a new generation of talent uniting diverse cultures and countries, and his commitment to Mozambique demonstrates the value of preserving roots and contributing to the development of football in the country. At 25 years old, he prepares to take to the field with the determination to play a great game and inspire his teammates and fans in Mozambique and beyond.
