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Early Years
Didier Drogba was born March 11th, 1978 in the Ivory Coast. At age five, he left his country to live with his uncle in France who was already a professional soccer player. With his uncle, Drogba traveled Europe going from soccer club to soccer club while also going to school (My Childhood). (My Childhood) -
Drogba Returns Home
Drogba returned home May 16th, !986 after living with his unlce in France. While in France, Drogba's uncle taught him about the game of soccer ("My Childhood"). -
First Professional Contract
In 1997, Drogba singed his first professional contract with Le Mans Union Club 72 ("Le Mans Union Club 72). -
Drogba Signs with Chelsea
In the summer transfer market, Chelsea FC bought Drogba for £24 million ("Chelsea Football Club"). Even though Drogba already made a name for himself before this signing, it is at Chelsea where he becomes one of the best strikers in the world. (Hughes) -
Drogba Creates Own Foundation
In 2007, Didier Drogba created the "Didier Drogba Foundation" in the Ivory Coast with the intention to build hospital (Williamson). -
Drogba Builds Hospital In Home Country
In November of 2009, Didier Drogba pledged to donate £3million towards building a hospital in the Ivory Coast (Williamson). A short clip on Drogba's influence in the Ivory Coast shows how important Drogba is to his country. (GiveMeSport) -
Chelsea Wins Champions League
In May 2012, Chelsea Football Club won the Champions League Final against all odds. Chelsea went up against the worlds best club teams in the Champions League. However, for some reason, Chelsea continued to prevail through the tournament. Here you can see Chelsea win the final game of the tournament. Also, you will be able to see Drogba's contribution to the game.
