Chappuis - My Story is a captivating narrative that chronicles the remarkable
journey of Charyl Chappuis, one of Thailand's most iconic footballers of the
21st Century and arguably the country's first 'celebrity footballer'. From his
beginnings in Kloten, a small town near Zurich, to his rise to stardom in
Thailand, the book delves into the life of a player whose talent and resilience
captured the hearts of a country.
As a teenager, Charyl became a world champion with the Swiss U-17 side and
turned down Juventus - twice!
At just 21, he courageously moved to Thailand - his mother's home country - and
joined Buriram United in 2013. His new club won the domestic treble in his first
season, but Charyl's transition to his new environment was not without its
arduous challenges, both on and off the pitch. His perseverance in the face of
adversity is a testament to his character.
The book also highlights Charyl's rise to stardom with the Thailand national
team, from ...