Stephen Ramos Scores First Goal for Argentina U-17 Stephen Ramos, adopted by an Argentine couple after the 2010 Haiti earthquake, scored his first goal for Argentina’s U-17 team, which leads the 2026 World Cup with 9 points from 3 games (3W-0D-0L). The young talent, who plays for Vélez Sarsfield, dreams of debuting in the first team and representing the senior national team. ## How Did Ramos Arrive in Argentina? Ramos was born in Haiti and survived the devastating 2010 earthquake when he was just eight months old. He was adopted by Francisco and Astria, an Argentine couple who brought him to Buenos Aires. Since then, he has developed as a footballer at Vélez Sarsfield, where he currently plays in the sixth division. ## What Does This Goal Mean for His Career? Ramos’ goal for the U-17 team is a key step in his development. Argentina, leading the 2026 World Cup with a 5-point lead over Austria, aims to solidify its golden generation. Ramos dreams of following in the footsteps of players like Messi and playing in Europe. ## What’s Next for Ramos and the U-17 Team? The U-17 team is preparing for the World Cup in Qatar (November 19 - December 13), where they aim to remain undefeated. Ramos, with his recent goal and inspiring backstory, is one of Argentina’s brightest footballing prospects.