Ejike Uzoenyi Revels In Making Debut Appearance At World Cup
Published: June 23, 2014
Mamelodi Sundowns bound Ejike Uzoenyi has expressed joy after making his debut appearance for the Super Eagles at the ongoing World Cup.
The petite winger was a late substitute for Ukraine based Michael Babatunde, who could not complete the game against Bosnia after pulling his muscle.
“It was like a dream but I thank God, the NFF and the coaches for making me realize the dream of playing at the world’s biggest stage in football. I am a fulfilled man,” Ejike Uzoenyi said.
Nigeria kept their World Cup hopes alive with a 1 - 0 win over the Dragons in Group F action on Saturday night.
They will next face one of the pre - tournament favorites Argentina in Porto Alegre two days from now.
The petite winger was a late substitute for Ukraine based Michael Babatunde, who could not complete the game against Bosnia after pulling his muscle.
“It was like a dream but I thank God, the NFF and the coaches for making me realize the dream of playing at the world’s biggest stage in football. I am a fulfilled man,” Ejike Uzoenyi said.
Nigeria kept their World Cup hopes alive with a 1 - 0 win over the Dragons in Group F action on Saturday night.
They will next face one of the pre - tournament favorites Argentina in Porto Alegre two days from now.
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