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Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by kelvee(m): 7:30am On Dec 22, 2016 |
The former midfield maestro stated that not getting enough minutes on the pitch hastened his decision to quit the round leather game Austin Jay Jay Okocha has attributed his decision to retire active football early to lack of enough playing time. The ex-Nigeria international who dazzled the footballing world with his sizzling skills and breathtaking performances made the shock decision to leave the game in 2008. According to the Olympic Gold medallist, reduced minutes on the pitch of play triggered his exile from the round leather game, at the age of 34. “I must confess that [not getting a lot of playing time] was one of the main reasons why I retired from playing at a very young age,” Okocha told media men at a press conference organised by Star Times. “I believe that it is not worth it to train from Monday to Friday just to have 20 minutes on the pitch or sit on the bench on Saturday. I am very competitive.” The midfielder who last represented Nigeria in 2006, appeared for the Super Eagles 75 times with 14 goals to his name. http://www.goal.com/en-ng/news/4093/nigerian-football/2016/12/22/30719312/okocha-reveals-reason-for-early-retirement 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by eezeribe(m): 7:43am On Dec 22, 2016 |
Legend who loved playing for small clubs... No wonder he never won CAF AFRICAN FOOTBALLER OF THE YEAR.You should have been up there with Samuel Eto'o, Didier Drogba and Yaya Toure in terms of the individual Accolade... But thank God for BBC that always recognized you with their own version of the Award 33 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by olafunny(m): 9:44am On Dec 22, 2016 |
Okocha was lucky to have come during the time when government cared about the welfare of the players. When allowances were not delayed. When players were recongnized for their great performances. Now the story has changed. Players now have to larment and rally round with placards before their pleas are heard. Failed NFF led by failed president in country under a failed government led by a failed president. 20 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by NLbeachparty: 9:44am On Dec 22, 2016 |
Take it or leave it, Jay Jay is still the best footballer that came out of Africa. Respect! We are also going to have beach soccer at the nairaland beach party. Coming soon For more information on the nairaland beach party check my signature/profile. You don't want to miss this 32 Likes 6 Shares
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Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by shrewd1(m): 9:44am On Dec 22, 2016 |
WE MISS THE TRICKERY HIS LEGS BRING. I HOPE HE POURS THAT ANOINTING ON IWOBI 11 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by joeace2020(m): 9:44am On Dec 22, 2016 |
ok..Playing time at small clubs? Hmmm Meanwhile iv got a PS4 for sale Check here https://www.nairaland.com/3532868/ps4-sale |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by saint047(m): 9:45am On Dec 22, 2016 |
Be who you are, not the world wants you to be. |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by saint047(m): 9:45am On Dec 22, 2016 |
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Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by charleseee(f): 9:45am On Dec 22, 2016 |
Lie 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by DrGabbi(m): 9:45am On Dec 22, 2016 |
He retired way too early! |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by nairaman66(m): 9:45am On Dec 22, 2016 |
Okocha 9 Likes 1 Share
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Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by Nobody: 9:45am On Dec 22, 2016 |
Okocha 3 Likes
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Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by Nobody: 9:45am On Dec 22, 2016 |
Well to some ppl, he is a legend. To me..... He is just a regular guy. Someone who cant boast of any cool trophy. Legend my foot Anyways Drabeey was HERE 2 Likes |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by samwayne154(m): 9:46am On Dec 22, 2016 |
how many comments are here sef check my signature joor |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by Nobody: 9:46am On Dec 22, 2016 |
"so good that they named him twice" 2 Likes |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by johnshagb(m): 9:46am On Dec 22, 2016 |
Say that to mikel 1 Like |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by Mikes81: 9:46am On Dec 22, 2016 |
Ok characters can still win us the world Cup Yes Alex Iwobi Okocha |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by beneviv(f): 9:46am On Dec 22, 2016 |
V |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by FYB(m): 9:47am On Dec 22, 2016 |
Because you like money more than your career 1 Like |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by wisdomagbai(m): 9:47am On Dec 22, 2016 |
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Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by Nobody: 9:47am On Dec 22, 2016 |
He is mentoring others 1 Like |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by Seunpaul01(m): 9:47am On Dec 22, 2016 |
This his reason is not enough. There are other team that will surely need his service. What should obi say because his own is even worse. 1 Like |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by zeusdgrt(m): 9:48am On Dec 22, 2016 |
Oga go sitdown for dirty,If you play well dem go gv u more playing time. |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by fuckingAyaya(m): 9:48am On Dec 22, 2016 |
shut up na pride |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by Milanfan(m): 9:48am On Dec 22, 2016 |
eezeribe: When did you start watching football? 3 Likes |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by Freshvibesblog(m): 9:49am On Dec 22, 2016 |
humans |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by saracus(f): 9:49am On Dec 22, 2016 |
Hmmmmmmm |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by Nobody: 9:49am On Dec 22, 2016 |
He is way above that age. I guess his real age prompted his early exit. 5 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by tonio2wo: 9:49am On Dec 22, 2016 |
* eezeribe: he plays for fun, for the love of football. 1 Like |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by olafunny(m): 9:50am On Dec 22, 2016 |
wisdomagbai:Error |
Re: Okocha Reveals Reason For Early Retirement by collitexnaira(m): 9:50am On Dec 22, 2016 |
His reason doesn't sound genuine |
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