#Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha

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‘Keep going, God is good’ – Okocha tells nephew, Alex Iwobi amid cyberbullying

Nigerian legend, Austin Jay Jay Okocha, has urged his nephew, Alex Iwobi, who suffered cyberbullying following Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, final loss to Ivory Coast last Sunday, to “keep going”. Taking to his Instagram account on Tuesday, Okocha, who said God is good, also prayed for Nigeria and and the people that can only hate and see nothing good in others. The former Paris Saint-Germain midfielder said, ‘’I pray for my country Nigeria and the people that can only hate and see nothing good in others, when effort counts for nothing. Treat people the way you want them to treat you, all we have in this life is each other. “We love you #alexanderiwobi and we keep going no matter what they say, the Lord is good all the time and we trust that his will be done in our lives amen.” DAILY POST reports that following the loss to the Elephants, unpleasant remarks were hurled at Iwobi by some fans who faulted his performance in the match. The Fulham star confirmed leaving social media after the AFCON final match. Read the full article

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Austin Jay-Jay Okocha and wife, Nkechi renew their marital vows in style.

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“I am lucky to have left Nigeria early”

“I am lucky to have left Nigeria early” – Jay Jay Okocha. The-above are the words of one of the greatest players in Nigeria’s football history. Austin Jay Jay Okocha’s words speak volumes, particularly, directly to the state of football development in Nigeria. He said that it was Europe that honed the natural talent that he had when he left Nigeria for Germany at the age of 18. Without the…

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‘He’s Going Home A Hero’ — Okocha Talks Up Cameroon Goalie After Win Over Brazil

‘He’s Going Home A Hero’ — Okocha Talks Up Cameroon Goalie After Win Over Brazil

‘He’s Going Home A Hero’ — Okocha Talks Up Cameroon Goalie After Win Over Brazil Nigeria legend Austin Jay Jay Okocha has heaped plaudits on Indomitable Lions of Cameroon goalkeeper, Devis Epassy. Epassy put up a superb display in the Indomitable Lions 1-0 win against Brazil at the 2022 FIFA World Cup on Friday. The goalie, who plays for Saudi Arabian side, Abha stopped Arsenal’s Gabriel…

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'Why Iranian team defeated Wales 2-0' – Jay Jay Okocha

‘Why Iranian team defeated Wales 2-0’ – Jay Jay Okocha

Former Paris Saint-Germain midfielder, Austin Jay Jay Okocha, has insisted that Iran defeated Wales 2-0 in Friday’s Group B World Cup tie because they were the better team during the contest. According to Okocha, Wales never looked like a team willing to give all they could to win the encounter, adding that they were very defensive and got punished by Iran. Iran defeated a 10-man Welsh side…

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World Cup: Air conditioner in stadium might’ve affected Qatar players – Jay Jay Okocha

World Cup: Air conditioner in stadium might’ve affected Qatar players – Jay Jay Okocha

Former Super Eagles captain, Austin Jay-Jay Okocha has suggested that the air conditioner at the Al Bayt Stadium, Al Khor, might have affected the Qatari players in the defeat to Ecuador on Sunday. The former Nigeria International further hailed Ecuador after the South American side defeated the host nation in the opening game of the 2022 World Cup. Okocha said that Ecuador did professional job…

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Jay Jay Okocha rated best in World Cup dribbles

Jay Jay Okocha rated best in World Cup dribbles

A survey conducted by Opta, has rated former Super Eagles captain, Austin Okocha, best on the list of most dribbles in a single FIFA World Cup game since 1966. The Opta survey said the former Paris Saint Germaine midfielder made a total of 15 successful dribbles against Italy at the 1994 World Cup in the USA totaling 83 per cent. Brazil’s Jairzinho and England’s Paul Gascoigne are tied in second…

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BetKing, Okocha unveil exciting brand new identity ahead new football season

BetKing, Okocha unveil exciting brand new identity ahead new football season

Bashir Are, CEO, Lagos State Lotteries Board (left); Mr. Gossy Ukanwoke, managing director, Kingmakers; Jay Jay Okocha, Brand Ambassador, BetKing; Mr. Lanre Gbajabiamila, director general, National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC) and Oladapo Olasope, chief financial officer, Kingmakers, Nigeria, during the unveiling of Betking’s new brand identity in Lagos… yesterday. BetKing, Nigeria’s…

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‘Keep going, God is good’ – Okocha tells nephew, Alex Iwobi amid cyberbullying

Nigerian legend, Austin Jay Jay Okocha, has urged his nephew, Alex Iwobi, who suffered cyberbullying following Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, final loss to Ivory Coast last Sunday, to “keep going”. Taking to his Instagram account on Tuesday, Okocha, who said God is good, also prayed for Nigeria and and the people that can only hate and see nothing good in others. The former Paris Saint-Germain midfielder said, ‘’I pray for my country Nigeria and the people that can only hate and see nothing good in others, when effort counts for nothing. Treat people the way you want them to treat you, all we have in this life is each other. “We love you #alexanderiwobi and we keep going no matter what they say, the Lord is good all the time and we trust that his will be done in our lives amen.” DAILY POST reports that following the loss to the Elephants, unpleasant remarks were hurled at Iwobi by some fans who faulted his performance in the match. The Fulham star confirmed leaving social media after the AFCON final match. Read the full article

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Court Renews Warrant For JayJay Okocha’s Arrest A Lagos High Court sitting in the Igbosere area has renewed its bench warrant for the arrest of a former Super Eagles captain, Austin Jay-Jay Okocha for alleged tax evasion.

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Okocha Is One Of The Most Energetic Players In The History Of Football- FIFA

Okocha Is One Of The Most Energetic Players In The History Of Football- FIFA

World football governing body FIFA has described legendary Nigerian midfielder Austin Okocha as one of the most electrifying players in football history. FIFA stated this while celebrating Okocha who turned 48 years on Saturday. “Jay-Jay Okocha: so good they named him twice,” FIFA wrote on Twitter. “Happy birthday to Africa’s equivalent of @10Ronaldinho and one of the most electrifying players…

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Okocha Reacts To Messi’s £1m Weekly Sakary At PSG

For many Nigerian fans, Okocha’s magical skills on the field of play is comparable to whatever Messi offers in present day football.

Former Super Eagles captain, Austin Jay Jay Okocha, has reacted to news of Lionel Messi’s weekly take home of £1 million at Paris St-Germain. After more than 20 years, Messi finally left Barcelona to pitch his tent with the French giant, PSG. Okocha told The Guardian in a telephone chat soon after the news of Messi’s big pay broke out that his time as a footballer came too early. “I came too…

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2 Football Tricks That Were Invented By African Players

2 Football Tricks That Were Invented By African Players

Lakhdar Belloumi is a former Algerian professional football player and manager. He played as an attacking midfielder and represented Algeria in the FIFA World Cup and Africa Cup of Nations tournaments. At club level, he played mostly for Algerian clubs such as GC Mascara, Mouloudia d’Oran and MP Alger. Austin ‘Jay-jay’ Okocha is a former Nigerian professional footballer who played as an attacking…

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He Was More Skilful Than Ronaldinho – Eguavoen Hails Ex-Super Eagles Midfielder

He Was More Skilful Than Ronaldinho – Eguavoen Hails Ex-Super Eagles Midfielder

Former Super Eagles coach, Augustine Eguavoen, has said Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha is the most skilful player to ever play football. Eguavoen stated this in reaction to FIFA’s question on Twitter about who the most skilful footballer ever is. The former Nigeria international also claimed Okocha was ahead of Brazil football legend, Ronaldinho. FIFA tweeted: “Who is the most skilful player to have…

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Black Stars need Asamoah Gyan to win trophies - Senegal legend El Hadji Diouf

Former Senegal striker, El Hadji Diouf says Black Stars need the services of Asamoah Gyan to be able to win trophies.

Gyan, who is the country's all-time top goalscorer has been out of the national team after the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations [AFCON] in Egypt.

However, Diouf who is part of the guests for Gyan's book launch believes the 36-year-old services is still needed at the Black Stars.

“To the President of the FA, they need people like Asamoah Gyan around these boys to win trophies like what Senegal did. We have Aliu Cisse, El Hadji Diouf Lamine Diatta Tony Sylva," the former Liverpool forward said.

“If he come to Senegal, tomorrow, he is going to work with us definitely because of what he has done.

“I remember I used to fight for Aliu Cisse to become the coach, Lamine Diatta was there already and after I came, I was working as the team manager, now, we have Tony Sylva, our 2002 ex-goalkeeper to be like the goalkeeper’s coach. Today, we have the best goalkeeper in the world because Tony Sylva is there”

“Cameroon has got the best example, they’ve got Rigobert Song and people to turn the national team around”

“I have known many people for long as friends but Gyan is my brother. He is one of the best strikers I have seen in my life, he’s a legend and that’s why I came to support his book launch," he added.

The former Black Stars captain will be launching his book on Saturday, April 30, 2022, in Accra.

Diouf will be joining other invited dignitaries from around the continent such as CAF President Patrice Motsepe and Didier Drogba, Emmanuel Adebayor, Austin “Jay Jay” Okocha, and many others.

Gyan, who is currently without a club is the all-time leading goalscorer of the Black Stars, with 51 goals in 109 appearances after making his debut in 2003.

He represented Ghana at 2006, 2010, and 2014 FIFA World Cups.

With six goals, he is the top African goalscorer in the history of the World Cup.

source: https://footballghana.com/