Brentford of England midfielder, Frank Ogochukwu Onyeka (The Tank) has declared himself match sufficient for the Tremendous Eagles towards Uganda on Tuesday and said that he has a robust ardour to at all times play for Nigeria.
Sports247 studies that the product of FC Ebedie of Sagamu, Ogun State, who was born in Benin Metropolis and can clock 28 years outdated on Thursday, stated he is able to face Uganda of their third group match on the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
Onyeka, who performed on mortgage to Augsburg of Germany final season, was changed within the 79th minute of Nigeria’a 3-2 victory over Tunisia on Saturday and gave the impression to be limping as he returned to the Eagles’ bench, however he has now refuted any harm considerations about himself.
He disclosed: “I’m feeling good and I’m alright. It’s only a twisted ankle, however I’ll be nice for the subsequent sport. I hope to play the subsequent sport as a result of ‘The Tank’ is at all times prepared.”
The amiable battler then spoke about his ardour for the Nigerian nationwide crew and affirmed that he at all times needs to offer his highest at any time when he’s known as upon to play, with a view in direction of doing effectively in no matter position he’s assigned.
“Each time I play, I at all times wish to give my finest to the crew. I at all times wish to play my very own half in each side.
“I simply attempt to play my regular sport. I don’t thoughts any formation that the coach places me into … so long as I get the chance to play my half.
“All I need is to play for my nation. I simply need the possibility to contribute to the crew’s success and play my sport,” stated Onyeka, who began his profession at Religion Motors FC of Benin Metropolis.
