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Wednesday, October 22, 2025 - 13 hours ago
       
Navas, who currently plays for Pumas UNAM in Liga MX, joined the team to be closer to his family and move on from a challenging spell in Argentina. During a recent YouTube appearance with fellow Costa Rican icon Hugo Sanchez, Navas shared this lesser-known story from his early footballing days.

Navas explained that when he was a kid, he would play as a goalkeeper on Saturdays, but during the week, he would switch to playing as a striker. He would take advantage of situations where he was close to the opponent's goal and think, "If he doesn't shoot, that's a great chance." He would then try to capitalize on the opportunity to score.

Navas' switch between goal and attack was a common occurrence between the ages of eight and 14. He showed a natural ability to adapt to different positions, which ultimately led him to become a skilled goalkeeper.

Navas' story highlights the versatility and adaptability of young footballers, who often experiment with different positions and roles in their development. His journey from a childhood dream of being a striker to becoming a successful goalkeeper is a testament to his hard work and dedication to the sport.

Navas' current team, Pumas UNAM, has become a key figure in Liga MX, and his experience and skills have been a valuable asset to the team.

Navas' story serves as an inspiration to young footballers, showing that with dedicati


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