“Languages have been an integral part of shaping the person I am today. From my childhood in Portugal, where languages helped me to make friends and understand and thrive in different cultural communities, to communicating effectively with my teammates and coaches in my football career today.

People don’t always expect me to be able to speak so many languages, but I enjoy the process of learning them and the world of possibilities it opens up.”

-  Eric Dier

Tottenham footballer, Eric Dier, highlights the importance of language learning
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Eric Dier, shares the positive impact language learning has had on his life and career.
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