Tornio Pallo-47 Defender Jonathan Dunyin Issues Come And Get Me Plea To Samson Siasia

Finnish - based Nigerian- born player Jonathan Dunyin has expressed optimism on the abilities of the National U-23 team (Dream Team VI) to overcome their Congolese counterpart in the second leg qualifying round match of the Rio 2016 Olympic games.

He however  appealed to Coach Samson Siasia to give him the opportunity to make the difference in the defence line.

Speaking from his Tornio, Finland base on Tuesday, the former Zamfara United central defender said he has all it takes to make the difference in the Dream Team VI defense line.

“We would have to appreciate the good job the coaches are doing in that team. The country is blessed with high quality of players who are scattered all over the World.

“With the quality of players in that team that played against Congo last weekend, there is no way the Congolese can eliminate us in the return leg.

“All the Coaches need to do is just to fortify the defense line, and that solves the problem.”

Continuing, the former NAF of Abuja player said “that is where I should come in. I have all it takes to make the difference in the team. I can play effectively as a defensive midfielder and central defender.

“I play very well with both legs, and has good ball control, huge frame that is good for any defender, good dribbling abilities, and uses the head very well.

“I only appeal that I be given the opportunity to exhibit my qualities in the team. I will want to be part of the success story of the team.” the Tornion Pallo-47  player said.

Jonathan Dunyin plays for Tornio Pallo-47 (or TP-47), a Finnish Football Club, based in the town of Tornio.

The Club currently plays in the Finnish Second Division (Kekkonen). The 20 year old Jonathan made his debut for the club on 26 April 2014.

The 1.93 meters tall utility player can give a good account of himself in any position on the field of play. He was the lead attacker for Pryme Football Academy team during the 2007/2008 FCT Challenge Cup.

He played briefly for a Nigerian Air Force FC (NAF FC) in the Nigeria National Football League. Thereafter,  Zamfara United of Gusau in the Premier League before retuning to Lagos where he joined and played for Samba Boys FC of Ojo Barracks, Lagos as a defensive midfielder.

His club Tornion Pallo-47 currently plays in the Finnish second division, and plays its home matches at Pohjan Stadium.