Chasing the game: Abel Nesibu and his journey from MRU to New Zealand division one soccer

For Abel Nesibu , the dream of playing soccer overseas was never something distant or impossible. It was a goal that steadily grew alongside his development as a player during his time with the Mount Royal University Cougars, a program that helped shape both his career and his identity. Now continuing his career while playing division one soccer in New Zealand, Nesibu’s journey reflects years of growth, sacrifice and belief. From competing on local Calgary pitches to testing himself in a new soccer culture on the other side of the globe, his progression has been built on constant development and…