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Linda Caicedo has overcome cancer to score for Colombia at the ongoing Women's World Cup in Australia & New Zealand.
Caicedo was on target for Colombia against South Korea in an impressive 2-0 win and it was a proud moment for the teenage sensation.
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The Real Madrid star who is one of the tournament's most talented players, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer at just 15.
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The diagnosis threatened to derail Caicedo’s career and she had to undergo several treatments and surgeries before receiving the all-clear to return to the game she loves.
“At the time, I didn’t think I could play professionally again because of all the treatments and surgeries I had to go through.
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“Mentally, it was a very difficult moment in my life. I’m forever grateful that it happened when I was very young.
“I was able to recover, I also had my family’s support and I feel very good now. What happened made me grow. I feel thankful and happy to be here.”
Caicedo will hope to be an inspiration as Colombia look to emerge victorious at the FIFA Women's World Cup
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