He arrived from Senegal without knowing a single word in Spanish, but in Argentina he found his home and in boxing his true passion.
A young Senegalese, Ambulant seller in Argentinatrain with discipline to achieve glory in boxing. His life combines daily work with passion for gloves, inspiring those who seek to overcome adversity with talent and inner strength.
Arrived from Africa at age 15, this athlete found a home in Quilmes. His charisma makes him love, but the lack of resources challenges him. Its path from the street to the ring reflects a daily struggle, showing how sport opens doors to a better future.
Touba niang
Three months until reaching Argentina: the story of Touba Niang
At 15 years, Touba niang Senegal left, traveling Three months by boat, plane and collectivepassing through Spain and Brazil. “I arrived without knowing a word of Spanish, it was very difficult”remember. In Quilmes, his brother Abdou helped him, while selling clothes on the street to survive.
Niang faced hunger and homeless nights, working long hours as a street vendor. “I worked all day, sometimes without eating, with cold”account. He learned Spanish in the pedestrian of Quilmes, winning the love of the neighbors, who supported him in his first steps as an immigrant.
Without legal documents upon arrival, Niang raffled migratory barriers with 200 pesos a day of their sales. In 2021, He discovered a local gym where his fists began to stand out. His effort to adapt made him a loved figure, although economic obstacles persist.
His dream in boxing
Touba niang debuted as a professional in 2024in Superwélter, a medium weight of up to 69 kilos. In his second fight, he beat César Toloza by unanimous decision, showing claw. “I want to be Argentine, Latin and World Champion”he says, inspired by Muhammad Ali and Canelo Álvarez.
In 2024, he faced Axel Córdoba, but a fall revealed defensive failures. In 2025, he knocked Ulises Vargas in a round, consolidating his undefeated five fights, three by knockout, leaving the unconscious rival. His nickname, “Black mamba”, Reflects his fast and lethal style.
Without a strong promoter, Niang trains in Quilmes while selling clothes. The minimum boxing gains limit their rise. Experts warn that their risky style and lack of financial support make their dream of a world title difficult, despite its talent and passion.
Source: Ambito
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