Nuno André Coelho says his first Major League Soccer game couldn't have gone better. The Portuguese center back made his debut with Sporting Kansas City in memorable fashion, securing the team's 1-0 victory over Seattle Sounders FC with a 73rd minute goal from 30 yards out. But there's more to Sporting KC's newest defender than meets the eye.
After all, moving to a new country and acclimating to a new team isn't a walk in the park, especially with a language barrier standing in your way. But Coelho hasn't let that stop him from working tirelessly to integrate himself into his new home, forging friendships with teammates and adapting to Sporting KC's unique style of play.