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Tammy Abraham Expresses Desire to Revisit Nigeria Despite Choosing England
AC Milan striker Tammy Abraham has expressed his heartfelt desire to visit Nigeria again, reflecting on his deep connection to the country through his heritage and upbringing.
Born in Camberwell, London, to Nigerian parents, Abraham holds cherished memories of his time in Nigeria, a land rich in culture and tradition.
In a recent interview with Milan TV, the 27-year-old footballer shared his affection for the country, saying, “I have a few Nigerian friends.
I grew up in an area with many Nigerians, and I was raised with that culture. I’ve been to Nigeria, and I hope to go back soon. My mom often cooks Nigerian dishes.”
These words reveal how his Nigerian roots remain a significant part of his identity, influencing both his personal life and his football career.
Abraham’s journey in international football took a pivotal turn in 2017 when the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) made attempts to persuade him to represent the Super Eagles.
However, after careful consideration, he ultimately decided to commit his international career to the England national team.
Since making his competitive debut in 2020 against the Czech Republic, Abraham has earned 11 caps and netted three goals for the Three Lions, solidifying his place in the squad.
Despite his choice to represent England, Abraham’s fondness for Nigeria is undeniable.
He remains proud of his heritage and is eager to reconnect with the country that plays a crucial role in his family history.
As he continues to excel in his career with AC Milan, fans are hopeful that he will soon make a return to Nigeria, where he can further explore his roots and the vibrant culture that has shaped him.
Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has opened up about a difficult period in his career, revealing that he almost stepped away from football.
Speaking during a recent interview, Bassey shared that he once made a personal promise to himself to quit pursuing football professionally if he failed to secure a spot at a professional club.
“I remember being 15 and going into my final year, and I told myself that if I didn’t get into a professional club, I would quit football. It was that simple,” he said.
“I would just stop pursuing it seriously and only play for fun. Thank God I eventually got a club, because I honestly don’t know where I would be otherwise.”
It has been reported that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) fined Egypt $5,000 following their clash with Zimbabwe for failing to manage post-match media obligations.
It was noted that after the match, the Egyptian players ignored the media. This action was said to be a violation of CAF’s media regulations, which led to the fine being imposed.
Head of the Super Eagles, Eric Chelle, shared that the big-name players on the team are not happy about being benched.
He recalled when he took out Samuel Chukwueze during the match against Tanzania.
“Yes, of course, we’ve in this team a lot of big names. They are competitors; they aren’t happy when they go to the bench,” Chelle said at his post-match interview.”
“My job is to make choices, and we’re playing a 4-4-2 diamond, and at this moment I feel we have to protect the wing.”
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