The Rising Giant
The Rising Giant: incredible journeys behind features unique and inspirational stories of women football players who became professionals and are taking football to the next level.
Women from all over the world share their unique stories of their struggles and triumph in this beautiful game.
Follow along as history is being created and get inspired to follow your dreams.
The Rising Giant
#6 Rachel Cuschieri: Out of a Small Island and into the Big Leagues, Dealing with Injuries, and Growing as a Player
Join the host Dominika Čonč as she dives into a conversation with her at the time teammate and roommate at UC Sampdoria, Rachel Cuschieri. Rachel is a professional football player from a small island of Malta. She spoke about her journey of becoming a pro footballer and playing in five different countries, in top leagues. They dive into her struggles with injuries and her pride in wearing a national team jersey, all while being an inspiration for younger Maltese generations.