“It’s Insulting”: Olympic Medalist Berates Eguavoen for Comparing Footballers to Soldiers
Olympic medalist criticized former Super Eagles player, Eguavoen, for comparing footballers to soldiers, calling it insulting. The Super Eagles legend had made the comparison while advocating for better treatment of sportsmen and women by the government.
The criticism came as the football community mourned the death of former goalkeeper, Peter Rufai, who passed away at 61 after a prolonged illness. The Lagos State Government reportedly donated N15 million towards Rufai's burial ceremony, with former teammates also contributing.
The Olympic medalist emphasized the sacrifices made by soldiers compared to the luxury enjoyed by sportsmen, highlighting the need for better welfare for athletes. This debate comes amidst discussions on the compensation received by former Super Eagles players, with calls for improved support for sports legends.
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