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‘I never lost faith’: David Ray’s incredible journey to the top | CNN

When David Raya steps out onto the pitch for Saturday’s Champions League Final, he’ll do so to the soundtrack of nearly 70,000 boisterous spectators. It’ll be a far cry from the bumpy pitches and concrete terracing of England’s non-league the goalkeeper once graced. Twelve years ago, he was a Spanish teenager on a character-building loan spell with then fifth-tier Southport FC. Fast forward to today, he’s one of the most influential keepers of his generation and stands on the brink of history as Arsenal chases a first ever Champions League crown. He’s been reflecting on his remarkable rise through the English football pyramid to the biggest stage in the club game with CNN’s Amanda Davies.

David Raya eyes Champions League glory with Arsenal | CNN

Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya tells CNN’s Amanda Davies his side has a “big chance” of winning its first Champions League title Saturday when the Gunners face defending champions Paris Saint-Germain. The North London couldn’t be in higher spirits coming off the back of winning the Premier League for the first time in 22 years, a moment Raya has described as a “turning point” for the club. Watch the full interview Friday 830amEST on CNN International.

North Korean women’s soccer comes to South Korea | CNN

North Korea’s Naegohyang Women’s Football Club arrived at the Incheon International Airport to compete in the Asian Women’s Champions League this week. This marks the first time in more than 7 years that a North Korean team has touched down to compete on South Korean soil.