In this episode of Through a Different Lens, we welcome a very special guest and friend of the show, Sullay Kaikai. Join us for an inspiring conversation as we sit down with the remarkable Sullay Kaikai. From his humble beginnings to representing his country in AFCON, Sullay shares his incredible journey through his 10-year professional career. We delve into the setbacks he faced, the relentless grind of starting over, and the invaluable lessons learned along the way. Discover why time is truly fleeting in football and why nothing should ever be taken for granted. Hear firsthand how destiny led him to Crystal Palace, his cherished moments on the pitch, and the rollercoaster ride of emotions that accompany them. From his Premier League debut to the surreal experience of playing on the international stage, Sullay leaves no stone unturned. Join us as we explore his move abroad, triumphs, setbacks, and the essence of life beyond the game as Sullay takes us on a journey through his incredible career. Tune in now to witness the magic of Sullay Kaikai's journey thus far.
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Timecodes
0:00 - Intro
1:42 - The very start of the journey
4:01 - The beginning of Crystal Palace
12:31 - Destiny (big up Ryan Inniss)
15:20 - First loan move to Crawley Town
16:50 - Professional debut (Joe remembers)
21:15 - Coming back hungry
22:40 - U21s football
25:55 - Crystal Palace debut
26:55 - The ‘moment’ for Crystal Palace
32:31 - Academy graduate scoring on debut
33:00 - Loan to Cambridge United
37:44 - FA Cup ties v Manchester United and first time playing at Old Trafford
40:17 - First preseason with the First Team at Crystal Palace
42:05 - Playing against a 15 year old Alphonso Davies
43:36 - Loan to Shrewsbury
47:53 - Making a name at Shrewsbury
51:32 - Injury derailed an opportunity to stake a claim at Crystal Palace
53:56 - Going back to Shrewsbury and continuing the good form
55:28 - Premier League debut, surreal feeling
56:29 - VUSA VODKA
57:40 - Premier League debut, surreal feeling
1:01:25 - The Premier League officialise the debut
1:02:25 - Loan to Brentford
1:07:47 - Another opportunity missed with Crystal Palace