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Jean-Paul Bong is a 24-year-old goalkeeper from Yassa, Douala in Cameroon. Despite being the third-choice goalkeeper at Paris St-Denis, he remains optimistic about his future in the game. Bong is well aware that he has a long way to go before he can challenge for a starting position, but he remains committed to working hard in training to improve his skills. His cheerful personality has endeared him to his teammates, who appreciate his good humour and positive attitude. Bong has struck up a close friendship with Remi Kastrati, who has been teaching him how to play chess. Bong is excited to have discovered a new hobby and hopes to improve his game by studying the strategies of top chess players.