""He wouldn't have showed it, but watching those games and not being out there with us wasn't nice for him. But I know how much he has turned that into motivation.""
""I was actually on Facetime with him when he had the knock on the door. I knew he'd not been feeling himself and he had noticed feelings of tiredness.""
David Brooks, diagnosed with Stage Two Hodgkin lymphoma, missed the 2022 World Cup but has since recovered and aims for qualification again. His illness and chemotherapy took a toll, yet he has returned to football stronger. Friends and teammates acknowledge his determination and talent, emphasizing that he deserves more recognition for his achievements post-recovery. Brooks' journey reflects not only his personal struggles but also his motivation to succeed and contribute to his team's aspirations.
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