Kanu On Brian Idowu : Nigerians Are Pleased He Chose Super Eagles, Fans Appreciate Him
Published: June 04, 2018Nigeria legend Nwankwo Kanu is delighted that Amkar Perm defender Brian Idowu opted to represent the Super Eagles internationally over his country of birth, Russia.
Idowu, who has been included in Nigeria's 23-man squad list for the World Cup, was born in St. Petersburg to a Nigerian father and his mother is half Russian, half Nigerian.
''We are pleased that Brian has chosen Nigeria's national team, the fans really appreciate him,'' Kanu told Russian News Agency TASS,
''He perfectly suits the national team's playing style. Brian will be able to diversify the team, as he was brought up in another football system, it will only benefit the national team.''
The former Arsenal striker has opined that the presence of Russian-born Idowu in the Super Eagles will make the players more comfortable during the World Cup, a view that has been echoed by manager Gernot Rohr.
''He knows everything about Russia, and this will help the team before the World Cup in Russia.
''Every little thing is important, but we will have a player who knows the country, speaks Russian. He will play at home and help others feel at home,'' added Nwankwo Kanu.
Brian Idowu scored eight minutes into his international debut against Argentina after coming off the bench and has gone on to make four appearances for the national team.
Igho Kingsley
Latest News
- Team news: Chelsea boss Pochettino confirms Lesley Ugochukwu will not face Tottenham
- Ola Aina names Man Utd legend as toughest opponent he's faced, Chelsea icon as best player he's played with
- Transfer journalist insists highly-coveted Nigerian CB will join Tottenham and not Newcastle
- From the dusty streets to the bright lights: Inspiring stories of African football players
- 'We had reports of a done deal' - Fabrizio Romano reveals the truth about Tosin to Newcastle rumours
- Super Eagles striker Dessers battles James Tavernier, 3 others for Rangers Player of the Month
- Arsenal midfielder eligible for Super Falcons, USWNT named in England 20-player squad for U17 EURO
- Confirmed team news: Chelsea midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu doubtful to face Tottenham Hotspur
- Chelsea boss Pochettino highlights one area where he wants to see improvement from Madueke
- Newly-promoted Turkish club ready to challenge Trabzonspor for signing of Southampton loanee Onuachu
Football News 24/7
News Categories
- Football Betting
- African Players
- Australia/ Asia
- Belgian Championship
- Bundesliga
- Danish Football
- English Premier League
- Nigeria National Teams
- Nigeria Premier League
- Norwegian Football
- Polish Football
- Russian Championship
- Serie A
- Spanish Liga
- Swedish Championship
- Transfer
- Turkish Championship
- Ukrainian Football
- Uncategorized
- Women's Football