“It is a horror for me” – Super Eagles legend Austin Okocha speaks about not playing in Russia during his stellar career

The previous Paris Saint Germain playmaker is broadly considered some of the gifted footballers to ever come out of Africa

Legendary Nigerian footballer Austin Okocha has shared his opinion about Russian soccer.

Okocha sealed his place as considered one of Nigeria’s most proficient and profitable gamers with out taking part in in Russia.

The previous Bolton Wanderers playmaker excelled in Germany, France, England, and Qatar earlier than calling give up on a profession that noticed him named BBC Africa Participant of the 12 months twice.

Whereas discussing Russian soccer with RB Sport (through Sport Specific), Okocha laments by no means receiving a suggestion to play for a Russian membership.

The ex-Eintracht Frankfurt ace confesses he would have liked to play within the largest nation on the earth due to the famed ardour of their football-loving followers.

However Okocha, who as soon as tried his arms at music, admits it will have been tough for him to outlive within the extreme chilly circumstances typical in Russia.

What has been stated? 

“Sadly, not a single Russian membership has made me a suggestion in my complete profession. I might like to play for the RPL membership,” the 49-year-old stated.

“I don’t know all of the intricacies of your soccer, however I’ve heard quite a bit in regards to the followers – many individuals instructed me that they’re simply loopy. I like such followers who scream all through the match and encourage nice performances.

“As for soccer, I believe Russia has a excessive stage. However, as many individuals instructed me, and I actually considered it, – Russia is extra of a hockey nation, not a soccer one, in spite of everything. This chilly on the road in Moscow is a horror for me.”

Okocha gained gold medals on the 1994 Africa Cup of Nations and the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Video games earlier than choosing up one silver and three bronze medals on the Afcon between 2000 and 2006. He retired from lively soccer two years later.