He didn't even have cleats! Now he's blowing like a storm.

Growing up working in his father's bakery, Juma Bah has now begun to shine in La Liga. The young center-back, who joined the team just a month ago, has seen his career turn into a fairy tale in this short time.

NAMED MAN OF THE MATCH

Bah described his first match in La Liga, where he started in the first eleven against Real Sociedad, as "crazy," and moved viewers with his speech on Real Valladolid's official channels, where he spoke about his humble origins.

WORKED IN HIS FATHER'S BAKERY

The young footballer recalled his difficult life in Sierra Leone, saying, "For a long time, I helped my father in the bakery where he worked. I helped him bake grains and prepare meals for my mother to sell at the market," sharing his past.

Bah stepped into his professional career after catching the attention of a scout while playing football in the streets and quickly rose to the top league in his country. Coming from a poor country like Sierra Leone, Bah has experienced the challenges of being a footballer up close. He recounted those tough days, saying, "I never had cleats, and that was really stressful, but I'm happy to be here now."