NPFL EXCLUSIVE: I’M CONFIDENT TO BE THE HIGHEST GOAL SCORER – ABDULAZEEZ YUSUF

One of many main aim scorers within the Nigerian topflight, Abdulazeez Yusuf of Gombe United has mentioned he’s assured of rising the Highest Objective Scorer within the 2022 Nigeria Skilled Soccer League (NPFL) season.

On this interview with Belief Sports activities, the Kwara State born prolific striker who’s on 15 targets spoke on how he began enjoying soccer, the secrets and techniques behind Gombe United’s success and his future plans.

When and the way did you begin enjoying soccer?

Like most Nigerian gamers, I began enjoying soccer proper from my main faculty days. When my dad and mom allowed me to play soccer as a profession, I began with a membership in Akure from the place I moved to Zamfara State. It’s from Zamfara that I moved over to Gombe United within the Nigeria Skilled Soccer League (NPFL).

Why did you select soccer forward of different sports activities like handball basketball, volleyball and a number of others?

My alternative of soccer was a pure one. I’ve ardour and curiosity in soccer greater than different sports activities. Proper from my childhood, I knew I’d excel within the sport of soccer so it wasn’t tough for me to decide on it forward of the remaining. Thank God, I’m not doing badly in soccer.

How a lot help did you get out of your dad and mom once you began enjoying soccer?

Not like others whose dad and mom tried to cease them from enjoying soccer, my dad and mom gave me all the mandatory help. They noticed that I used to be enthusiastic about soccer so as a substitute of discouraging me, they gave me their blessings. It could curiosity you to know that one of many causes behind my success is my dad and mom.

How happy are you along with your efficiency for Gombe United within the ongoing season?

I’ve each purpose to be grateful to almighty Allah for his safety and divine provision. My efficiency thus far will not be dangerous. For the time being, I’m among the many main aim scorers within the NPFL. It’s a factor of pleasure as a result of there are even older and extra skilled strikers within the league who’re but to attain a aim. I’ve hit double digits already so I imagine I’ve not achieved badly. I’m additionally joyful that my targets have introduced a lot pleasure to the great folks of Gombe State.

You’re among the many highest aim scorers. Do you see your self profitable the award on the finish of the season?

It’s a tight contest as a result of in the intervening time, Chijioke Akuneto of Rivers United is main the race with 16 targets and I’m joint second with Victor Mbaoma of Enyimba with 15 targets whereas Ishaq Rafiu Kayode of Rivers United has 14 targets to put third in that order. Regardless of the closeness of the race for the Golden Boot, I’m fairly assured that on the finish of the season, I will likely be topped the aim king. However like I mentioned, it isn’t going to be straightforward. A few of these guys like Victor Ombaoma have been round for someday so I do know they may give me a scorching chase for the award.

You’re assured of profitable however what number of targets are you focusing on and what are you doing to make it attainable?

I don’t wish to restrict my possibilities by setting a goal for myself. What I would like is to maintain scoring targets until the tip of the NPFL season. We’ve got 5 extra matches to play so the chance is there for me to attain extra targets. I’m not going to relaxation on my oars. I do know that if I take my leg off the pedal, my rivals will certainly go away me behind. So, I’m targeted on serving to my group and making certain I rating extra targets to emerge the Highest Objective Scorer.

What would you say is liable for the great efficiency of Gombe United within the present season?

I attribute our success story to the unflinching help from the federal government and folks of Gombe State. As well as, we have now in place a administration committee made up of sound soccer directors who’re dedicated to the success of the membership. And above all, our teaching crew is led by a dynamic and astute tactician within the particular person of coach Aliyu Zubairu. In actual fact, everybody within the membership is contributing his quota to the success of the membership.

Out of 33 matches performed by Gombe United, which is your finest match?

My finest match within the present season is our match towards Dakkada FC in Uyo. I scored the one aim that gave us our first away victory. It was a particular feeling for me and my group mates.

Do you see Gombe United ending among the many prime 5 golf equipment on this season?

An important factor is that we have now no relegation troubles. We returned to the topflight originally of the season however we’re among the many prime 10 for now so I believe this can be a main achievement. Nonetheless, we’re working arduous to finish above the ninth place we occupy presently.

What’s your final dream as a soccer participant?

Like every other gifted African soccer participant, my dream is to play skilled soccer in Europe the place the sport is healthier managed. I’ve seen modifications within the lives of those that have left to play in Europe so I wish to be there. It’s a matter of time.

How quickly do you hope to play for the Tremendous Eagle?

Placing on the green-white-green jersey is my final dream. I do know that God will make a method for me. I can’t say how quickly it will be however I’m over eighty per cent positive of enjoying for the Tremendous Eagles.

Who’s your favorite participant within the Tremendous Eagles?

My favorite gamers within the Tremendous Eagles are captain Ahmed Musa and Moses Simon. They’re good gamers and my want is to succeed like them.

Who’s the soccer star you wish to meet probably the most?

After all, there are such a lot of soccer stars all over the world however I can’t say that is who I wish to meet. So to reply your query, I’ll say nobody for now.