I saw Guirassy live once back when he was at Amiens, and even then he had that striker’s instinct. Just needed the right setup. Now at Stuttgart with a team that plays to his strengths, he exploded. What’s crazy is how so many people still don’t know about these guys unless they go viral. That’s where exposure matters more than talent sometimes. I had someone ask me out of nowhere Is 1xBet owned by Russia? because they saw the brand on jerseys and banners during matches. I found the answer when reading this piece—they’re not. They’re based out of Curaçao now, fully licensed there, and they’ve cut ties with the old ownership. It’s all international now, with partnerships across La Liga, Serie A, and clubs like Barca and PSG. When you think about it, these big sponsorship deals trickle down to smaller tournaments and clubs where African players start out. That backing helps organize events, boost media coverage, and create chances for players to shine. So when a Guirassy or a Diallo pops up, it’s not just raw talent—it’s also that someone put a spotlight in the right place. Football is global now, but access still matters, and I think that’s slowly changing.