Switzerland worldwide Isaac Osas Schmidt has revealed {that a} lack of communication from the Nigeria Soccer Federation (NFF) influenced his determination to characterize the Swiss nationwide crew as an alternative of the Tremendous Eagles.
In a candid interview, the 25-year-old right-back, who has Nigerian roots, defined that Switzerland confirmed real curiosity in his expertise early on — a gesture he by no means acquired from Nigeria.
“I’ve a robust connection to the nation and have been there just a few occasions. However I’ve by no means had any contact with the Nigerian nationwide crew,” Osas mentioned.
Osas, who presently performs within the Swiss Tremendous League, emphasised that his determination wasn’t out of disregard for his Nigerian heritage however moderately a sensible response to the alternatives offered to him.
“Switzerland was the primary to succeed in out to me; therefore my determination,” he added.
The defender additionally clarified the origin of his center title, usually a degree of curiosity amongst followers.
“Osas is simply an abbreviation for me. My full center title is Osayimori,” he defined with a smile.
Born to Nigerian mother and father however raised in Switzerland, Osas Schmidt’s rise by means of the Swiss youth ranks made him eligible for each nations. Nonetheless, with the Tremendous Eagles failing to provoke contact, the versatile full-back opted to commit his worldwide future to the European aspect.
His determination reignites ongoing discussions about Nigeria’s strategy to scouting and interesting gamers of twin nationality — a recurring difficulty as a number of gifted foreign-born Nigerians proceed to pledge allegiance to different nations.
