Mikel Advocates For Continued Growth Of African Football

Mikel Advocates For Continued Growth Of African Football

Sampson Adedeji

Former Nigerian international and ex-Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi, has emphasized the need for sustained development of football across Africa, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

Speaking during an ongoing football event in Kenya, Mikel highlighted the significance of the sport on the continent, describing football as a unifying force among African nations.

"I hope we continue to develop African football because it's massive," he said.

"The continent is huge, and people are passionate about the game. Football is what unites us."

He added, "It’s what keeps us together. When football stops, everything else seems to pause."

Mikel concluded by stressing the cultural importance of the sport: "We need to eat and drink football — it’s what we do and what we love." He made the remarks in an interview with Citizen Digital.