Wissa 'never gave up' after acid attack
Summary
Yoane Wissa, a professional soccer player, survived an acid attack before moving to play in England's Premier League. A woman was convicted for her part in the attack and sentenced to 18 years in jail. Wissa showed resilience by continuing his career, eventually joining Newcastle United from Brentford.Key Facts
- Yoane Wissa was attacked with acid in July 2021, which threatened his sight and career.
- The attacker was convicted and sentenced to 18 years in prison for the assault and attempted kidnapping.
- Wissa showed resilience by returning to soccer after the attack.
- Wissa previously played for Lorient and joined Brentford in the Premier League.
- In a recent transfer, Wissa moved from Brentford to Newcastle United for £55 million.
- There was controversy over Wissa's departure from Brentford, with disputes about how it was handled.
- Newcastle United aimed to recruit players eager to join, making Wissa a good fit.
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