Tega Agberhiere, upcoming footballer, blinded in acid attack

Tega Agberhiere, a former Tottenham and Crystal Palace academy star has spoken out after he suffered life-altering facial injuries after a horror acid attack. Teenager Tega Agberhiere was left fighting for his eyesight after he was targeted in an attack in Ireland last week.

Tega Agberhiere, 17, was out with two of his friends, one of which being fellow footballer Padraig Sullivan, in Waterford when he was singled out.

Tega Agberhiere was left blinded initially, although his sight is expected to return to normal, while also suffering severe burns to his face, eyes and thighs – which led to intense agony.

The trio were all rushed to University Hospital Waterford before Agberhiere was transferred to Cork due to the horrific nature of the damage.

Asked about the pain levels, he responded: “I can’t describe it. When I got here I thought I’d never be able to see again.

“I 100% thought I’d never be able to see another thing in my life.”

“I’m just grateful for everyone who’s texted and been messaging me and saying nice things, it’s helping me get through everything.

“Every day I’m getting better with all the messages I’m getting. I’m just grateful for them, I want to say thanks.”

Agberhiere had trials with Premier League clubs Palace and Spurs, and has played for Ireland’s under 15 and 16 sides.

According to the Daily Star, four boys in their late teens were arrested and released without charge in relation to the incident.

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