Our football reflects the state of our nation
Nigeria was recently ranked as having the best soccer league in Africa. This underscores the respect the Nigerian side is held globally and the admirable skills Nigerian players possess. Players like JayJay Okocha, Kanu Nwankwo, .... are notable Nigerian football players.
It is sad to say, however, that things have for long gone wrong with the Nigerian side. In fact, the situation is a microcosm of the troubled nation. Otherwise, why would such a good side rarely sustain outstanding performance in continental and international meets? Political rambling, corruption, and inexperienced managers, among other things, have contributed to the poor performance of the team.
Again corruption! It has been said that players are given places based on their allegiance to the stakeholders, often evidenced by financial gifts; and of course "man know man".
Luckily for me, I didn't watch the Nigeria vs Tunisia match live. But, being the faithful follower of the Nigerian side, I still watched it on SABC1 Wednesday night. A review of that match will show that indeed the team represents the condition of the country. Decadent. The likes of Mikel and Enyeama, especially during the first half, made me repeatedly ask: are they the best this country has?
By the way, I must add that guys like Peter Odemwingie always make us proud! What gets to me is the fact that some of these boys are on the field pushing for goals while others sluggishly move around the field for whatever reasons they have for wearing the national jersey. Certainly, not patriotism.
We need to intensify our prayers for our beloved country. Don't you think?
I absolutely agree with you,I nearly had a heart attack watching these guys place.To think that we are home and played the way the did gives me reasons to worry about the future of our nation.Is this the best we can offer and we all know these guys play well in their clubs internationally, but when it comes to patriotism you start wondering what happened.
ReplyDeletePerhaps we should all turn our back on the Super Eagles that have refused to fly. We need to go to Aso Rock and tanda there until govt changes the team's name to super chickens or tolotolo.
ReplyDeleteU don vex so tey u dey call de team dat kind name. I no blame u sha. Who no go vex when Chelsea former benchwarmer dey wear #10.
ReplyDeleteBribery...the story of Naija. E go beta. I still don't understand why that Mikel is no 10. He's not an attacking midfielder or anything. Only divine help from God can restore the Eagles.
ReplyDeleteMost of those boys played complete nonsense except for a few (very few) moments of brilliance. The last goal that was scored against Nigeria was pathetically sad... we need a new goal keeper, new coach, new number 10 and defenders that know what they're doing.
ReplyDeleteMay God continue to have mercy on this potentially great country of ours.
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