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Born in Ghana, Abdul Rahman Baba showed early promise on the footbal pitch, catching the eyes of scouts with his natural athleticism and technical ability. His early days were spent honing his skills in local competitions before getting his big break. The youngster developed rapidly, and his progression thru the ranks was noteworthy. \\n\\nBaba's talent didn't go unnoticed for long. His ability to bomb forward while maintaining defensive discipline made him stand out among his peers. The young Baba would often spend extra hours practicing his crossing and tackling - two elements that would later become central to his playing style. His dedication to improvement was evident even in those formative yeams.

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