Rangers Bank On Chibuzor Okonkwo
Published: April 18, 2013
Rangers International of Enugu have put their hopes of progression in the CAF Champions League on defender Chibuzor Okonkwo experience and versatility.
Speaking recently to allnigeriasoccer.com, the Beijing Olympic silver medallist disclosed this, and said he was confident Rangers will go very far in the competition.
"The technical crew told me when I joined Rangers on loan from Oak Zeel FC that they were very happy with me because they knew they could count on me in a variety of positions for the team.
''Most Nigerians know me only as a full back who can play left back and right back because I have done that in the Olympic team and also in the Super Eagles.
''What they do not know is that I can also play comfortably anywhere in the midfield and even in attack.
"In our barren home draw with Warri Wolves earlier in the season, the coaches gave me the license to roam in search of goals when the game really needed a lift.
''I roved around and created chances but unfortunately Wolves held on to force a draw in Enugu.In Week Seven I blasted a free kick home in our 3-0 victory over Dolphin.
''Against teams in Africa in the Champions League, I am sure that they will be caught napping when they see me in different positions on the pitch, doing what I know best.
''My coaches have told me to d my best to help Rangers, and as far as God gives me the grace to keep fit, whenever I am on the pitch I will move Rangers forward.
''I am confident that we can go all the way to lift the trophy, and also catch up with Kano Pillars and lift the league,'' said Chibuzor Okonkwo
Speaking recently to allnigeriasoccer.com, the Beijing Olympic silver medallist disclosed this, and said he was confident Rangers will go very far in the competition.
"The technical crew told me when I joined Rangers on loan from Oak Zeel FC that they were very happy with me because they knew they could count on me in a variety of positions for the team.
''Most Nigerians know me only as a full back who can play left back and right back because I have done that in the Olympic team and also in the Super Eagles.
''What they do not know is that I can also play comfortably anywhere in the midfield and even in attack.
"In our barren home draw with Warri Wolves earlier in the season, the coaches gave me the license to roam in search of goals when the game really needed a lift.
''I roved around and created chances but unfortunately Wolves held on to force a draw in Enugu.In Week Seven I blasted a free kick home in our 3-0 victory over Dolphin.
''Against teams in Africa in the Champions League, I am sure that they will be caught napping when they see me in different positions on the pitch, doing what I know best.
''My coaches have told me to d my best to help Rangers, and as far as God gives me the grace to keep fit, whenever I am on the pitch I will move Rangers forward.
''I am confident that we can go all the way to lift the trophy, and also catch up with Kano Pillars and lift the league,'' said Chibuzor Okonkwo
Latest News
- Updated England squads announcement: Eight Nigerians invited as Nwaneri, Sanusi get U17 call-ups
- PL highest rated U23 players: Saka top-rated ahead of Bradley, 2021 Super Eagles invitee Olise
- 'My dad is Nigerian' - Arsenal forward confirms he is eligible for Super Eagles, two other national teams
- Osimhen's replacement: Bologna's Dutch-Nigerian star among the strikers Napoli are considering
- Revolutionizing football fan engagement: The rise of football sports apps in Africa
- Camp update: Ten Eagles have landed in Morocco including Rangers striker, 3 Arsenal youth products
- Official: Deported Super Eagles midfielder joins new club in Denmark, player-assistant coach role in summer
- Liverpool and Tottenham keen on potential deal for highly-rated Nigerian central defender
- Habeeb Ogunneye Young Lions snub: Should NFF make a move for talented Man Utd right-back?
- Nigeria 2 Uganda 0: Super-subs Okah, Okwuchukwu find the net as Falconets seal African Games final spot
Football News 24/7
News Categories
- Football Betting
- African Players
- Australia/ Asia
- Belgian Championship
- Bundesliga
- Danish Football
- English Premier League
- Nigeria National Teams
- Nigeria Premier League
- Norwegian Football
- Polish Football
- Russian Championship
- Serie A
- Spanish Liga
- Swedish Championship
- Transfer
- Turkish Championship
- Ukrainian Football
- Uncategorized
- Women's Football