Timothy Weah, the son of Liberia’s President George Weah, was included in the United States’ squad that will grace the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
The 17-year-old centre forward will be seeking to help the US, the youngest squad at the tournament, to improve on the results they posted on previous editions.
Timothy, who plays for French Ligue side Lille revealed after his inclusion that one of his dreams had been finally realized.
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“It's an immense pride to be called up for the US Men's National Team, it's a childhood dream to play in a World Cup.
"The American culture is about work, we are hard workers," he stated.
Most Liberians are not happy with their President, who has made numerous trips outside the country since being elected in 2017.
He received criticism recently after reports emerged that he was to spend 9 days in Qatar to attend the official opening of the event and watch his son play.
George, who was a star footballer during his playing days is the only footballer from the African continent to have won the coveted Ballon d’Or trophy.
He did so in 1995 thanks to his eye-catching displays with both AC Milan and Paris Saint Germain.
Some of the other clubs that George played for include Chelsea, Monaco, Marseille, and the defending English Premier League (EPL) champions Manchester City.
The United States are in Group B alongside their arch-rivals Iran. Gareth Southgate’s charges, England and Wales are also in the same group.
USA will open their World Cup campaign against Wales on Monday, November 21, before facing England on Friday, November 25. They will play their last group match on Tuesday, November 29.
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