Stand-in captain against Algeria, Leon Balogun has revealed his excitement at leading the Nigerian team in the absence of Captain John Mikel Obi..
The FSV Mainz 05 star, disclosed it is a great honour to wear the captain arm-band.
Nigeria played out a 1-1 draw with the Fennecs of Algeria at Constantine on Friday night after Hapoel Beer Sheva of Israel midfielder, John Ogu put the team ahead in the 62nd minute, the Togolese referee later awarded a controversial late penalty to the Algerians in the 88th minute to end the game 1-1 at full time.
In his post-match reaction after the game in Constantine, Balogun appreciates the Nigerian fans for their unflinching support and says it is a great honour to lead the team out in the last 2018 World Cup qualifying game.
The team is expected to depart Constantine for the international friendly against former champions Argentina scheduled to hold in Krasnodar on Tuesday 14 November in Russia.
He wrote on twitter;
“Proud to have captained my country today and remain unbeaten at @FIFAWorldCup qualifiers.
“The road to Russia was an exciting and even more successful one. I dedicate this achievement to our team mate@Carl_Ikeme (Carl Ikeme) who started this journey with us. This one’s for you bro.
“Congrats to @Aina2Ola (Ola Aina) for making his full international debut. U (you) did great brother. More to come#BallStoner. And special congrats to@ogujohnugo (John Ogu) who’s been waiting for his chance so patiently. You deserved every minute today and I’m happy u (you).”
Proud to have captained my country today and remain unbeaten at @FIFAWorldCup qualifiers. The road to Russia was an exciting and even more successful one. I dedicate this achievement to our team mate @Carl_Ikeme who started this journey with us. This one’s for you bro— Leon Balogun (@LeonBalogun) November 10, 2017
Congrats to @Aina2Ola for making his full international debut. U did great brother. More to come #BallStoner. And special congrats to @ogujohnugo who’s been waiting for his chance so patiently. You deserved every minute today and I’m happy u rewarded urself with that goal— Leon Balogun (@LeonBalogun) November 11, 2017
0 comments:
Post a Comment
Pls, do NOT spam this BLOG