The Digest:
Former Super Eagles midfielder Sunday Oliseh has praised the late Nigerian football legend Stephen Keshi as the nation's "first genuine superstar." Speaking on the Global Football Insights podcast, Oliseh said: "We never questioned his quality as a player because you could see how he performed. This man was the first superstar of Nigerian football." He highlighted Keshi's leadership, professionalism, and impact both on and off the field.
Key Points:
- Keshi became the first Nigerian to play in a major UEFA club competition final.
- He was a member of the victorious 1994 Super Eagles AFCON-winning team.
- Oliseh noted Keshi would fly from Belgium to play at AFCON and return to his club.
- He described Keshi as disciplined and a winner who "led by example."
- Keshi's playing career included stints in Belgium, France, and the Ivory Coast.
Oliseh emphasised that Keshi's performances were self-evident and propelled him to legendary status.
Sources: Complete Sports
