Igor Thiago: Brentford striker's route to top from humble start in Brazil

Igor Thiago's rise to the top is a testament to his unwavering dedication and resolve. Growing up in Cidade Ocidental, Brazil, he was determined to become a professional footballer despite the obstacles he faced. His mother Maria Diva, who worked as a refuse collector on minimum wage, instilled in him a strong sense of determination, promising that she would never let him feel humiliated again.

Thiago's journey to success has not been easy. He had to wait until he was 17 to sign with a club after facing several rejections at trials around Brazil. His early years were marked by struggle, and even his mentor, Sergio Goncalves, described a period where Thiago doubted himself and considered giving up on football.

However, Thiago's work ethic and mentality set him apart. He was always looking for ways to improve, asking older players for advice on how he could better himself. This attention to detail and willingness to learn has made him a valuable asset to his teams, including Club Brugge, where he scored 29 goals in his debut season.

Thiago's move to Brentford marked a new chapter in his career, as he joined the Premier League for the first time. The club's decision to pay ยฃ30m for him was a statement of their faith in his abilities, and it has not disappointed. With 16 goals already this season, Thiago is on track to break records and cement his place among the best strikers in the league.

As Brazil prepares for the World Cup, there is growing expectation that Thiago will be included in the squad. His form with Brentford has been impressive, and Goncalves believes that Thiago has the potential to make a significant impact on the team.

Thiago's story serves as a reminder that success is not solely dependent on natural ability but also on hard work, determination, and a refusal to give up on one's dreams. As he continues to write his own history in the Premier League, one thing is clear: Igor Thiago is a force to be reckoned with, and his journey will undoubtedly continue to captivate football fans around the world.
 
I'm not surprised to see someone like Igor Thiago making it big in football ๐Ÿคฉ. The reality is, there are so many talented players out there, but only those who put in the effort and don't give up will make it to the top ๐Ÿ˜ฌ. I mean, 17 years old and still waiting for a club? That's not easy, no matter how determined you are ๐Ÿ’”. But Thiago's story is inspiring because he didn't let that setback hold him back. He worked hard, learned from his mistakes, and now he's reaping the rewards ๐Ÿ†.

What's interesting is how different people perceive success. Some might say it's all about natural talent, but I think it's more about the mental toughness to keep pushing forward even when things get tough ๐Ÿ’ช. And let's be real, ยฃ30m for a player? That's a statement of faith, no doubt about it ๐Ÿ’ธ. Now we'll just have to wait and see how he performs in the World Cup ๐ŸŒŽ. One thing's for sure, his story will keep inspiring others to chase their dreams ๐Ÿ”ฅ.
 
I feel like everyone's obsessed with this dude's rags-to-riches story ๐Ÿค”๐Ÿ’ช I mean, sure, it's great that he worked hard and didn't give up on his dreams... but ยฃ30m for him? That's insane! ๐Ÿ˜‚ Did we just break the bank for a single player? And what about all those other players out there who are struggling to make ends meet? It feels like some clubs are more focused on buying prestige than actual talent. ๐Ÿค‘
 
omg u guys I cant even right now Igor Thiagos story is literally inspiring!!! hes been through so much & yet he never gave up on his dreams ๐Ÿ™Œ i mean we all know how hard it is 2 make it big in football, but thiago's dedication & work ethic r truly admirable ๐Ÿ’ช from working as a refuse collector 2 becoming a prem league superstar thats some real hustle right there ๐Ÿ’ธ and the fact that he asked older players for advice shows me hes got a strong mentality too ๐Ÿค i'm literally rooting for him to make it to the brazil squad & break all those records ๐Ÿ† thiago's story is def one 4 the books, can't wait 2 c what he does nxt ๐Ÿ‘€
 
๐Ÿค” I mean, isn't it suspicious that we're only hearing about Thiago's rise now? What about all the other Brazilian players who have made it big in Europe? Are they getting the same attention as him? And ยฃ30m for one transfer is a pretty steep price tag. Did Club Brugge really just think he was worth that much? I need to see some stats on his goals per game ratio before I start believing all this hype ๐Ÿ˜
 
omg Thiago is like my ultimate boy crush ๐Ÿคฉ๐Ÿ‘ฆ I mean who wouldn't love a guy who overcame so many obstacles to become one of the best strikers in the league? his work ethic and mentality are everything ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ”ฅ and that's what makes him so inspiring. I ship him with Club Brugge and now Brentford, he just seems like the perfect footballer ๐ŸŽฏ๐Ÿ‘ his form this season is insane 16 goals already?! ๐Ÿคฏ
 
๐Ÿคฉ Thiago's story is giving me LIFE! I mean, can you even imagine having to wait till 17 to get signed by a club? And then you have to deal with doubting yourself and all that jazz... but he didn't let that hold him back! ๐Ÿ™Œ He's like the ultimate underdog story, you know? And now look at him - 16 goals in one season already?! ๐Ÿคฏ I'm literally rooting for him to break those records and make it onto the Brazil squad. The fact that his mom worked as a refuse collector and still believed in him is just... โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ thiago is literally the most inspiring person on the planet right now
 
OMG u guys I just read about this dude Igor Thiago & I'm literally shook by how much he's achieved ๐Ÿคฏ! Like he comes from this super poor neighborhood in Brazil where his mum worked as a refuse collector ๐Ÿ˜ท and she still managed to raise him with that fiery determination ๐Ÿ’ช. I need to get myself a mum like hers ASAP, I'm low-key struggling rn ๐Ÿ™ˆ. Anyway, Thiago's story is literally the most inspiring thing I've read all year - he was rejected from trials multiple times but never gave up ๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™‚๏ธ and now he's breaking records in the Premier League ๐Ÿ’ฅ. Can't wait to see him on Brazil's World Cup squad, I'll be cheering him on from my couch with a bag of popcorn ๐Ÿฟ๐Ÿ‘
 
๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™‚๏ธ I mean, who needs a fancy childhood and supportive parents when you've got a solid work ethic? ๐Ÿ™„ It's not like having to wait till 17 to sign with a club is going to be a major setback or anything... ๐Ÿ˜’ But hey, being a professional footballer isn't exactly easy on the wallet, so I guess Igor Thiago's mum had to get creative with her job as a refuse collector ๐Ÿšฎ. On the bright side, he's finally getting paid like a pro and living his best life ๐Ÿ’ธ. Maybe we can all learn from his "rags-to-riches" story and just work harder... but let's be real, it's not like anyone else has to deal with that level of uncertainty ๐Ÿ˜’.
 
I mean, what's not to love about a guy who was told by his mom that she'd never let him feel humiliated again? That's some next-level motivation right there ๐Ÿ˜‚. But seriously, it's dope to see Thiago's journey from struggling in Brazil to becoming a Premier League star. It just goes to show that with the right mindset and work ethic, anyone can achieve their dreams (even if they do have to deal with some pretty harsh realities). The dude's got game for sure, and I'm excited to see how he does at the World Cup ๐ŸŒŽ๐Ÿ’ช
 
๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ‘[Image of a person struggling to walk up a hill, but finally reaching the top with a big smile]๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ”ฅ Thiago's story is like that! ๐Ÿš€ He didn't give up on his dreams, even when things seemed impossible ๐Ÿ˜ฉ. His work ethic and mentality are goals ๐Ÿ’ฏ![GIF of a footballer scoring a goal with a big 'wow' expression]๐Ÿ˜ฒ
 
๐Ÿคฉ This guy is literally an inspiration!!! I mean, who wouldn't want to work 17 years before getting a chance at their dreams? ๐Ÿคฏ His mom was literally his rock, working hard to provide for him and believing in him even when nobody else did. It's amazing how far we can go with the right mindset and support. Thiago's story is proof that if you're willing to put in the effort and never give up, you'll be unstoppable! ๐Ÿ’ช
 
man this igor thiago story is so inspiring ๐Ÿคฉ, i mean its not just about him being good at footy, its about how he got there thru all the struggles he faced growing up in brazil, and now hes on top of the world playing for brentford in the premier league ๐Ÿ’ช. but what really gets me is that his team paid 30m to sign him, thats like a huge statement of faith in his abilities ๐Ÿ‘. i think its time we talk about pay disparity in sports tho, especially when players from underdeveloped countries come into the picture ๐Ÿ’ธ. anyway, can't wait to see him on the brazil national team at the world cup ๐ŸŒŽ
 
Ugh, another "rags-to-riches" story ๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™‚๏ธ that just makes me wanna complain about how our forum keeps promoting these kinds of feel-good stories without offering much depth or analysis ๐Ÿ˜’. Can't we get some discussion going on the tactical nuances of Thiago's gameplay or something? It feels like every post is just a rehashing of "he's a hard worker" and "he believes in himself". I mean, sure, his mom was cool and all ๐Ÿ™, but what about the actual football itself? Is he really that special or is it just a case of being in the right place at the right time? Let's try to dig a bit deeper, folks ๐Ÿ’ก.
 
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