Super Falcons striker Desire Oparanozie ended his football career yesterday and this caused mixed reactions…
Former Bayelsa Queens striker Desir Oparanozie recently announced his retirement from the beautiful game after a 14-year career, reports Soccernet.ng.
Many Nigerian footballers flooded the comments section of social media to praise him for his amazing career throughout.
The striker won two AWCON titles and scored a goal each time he played for the Super Falcons. Her limited playing time at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup was largely due to injuries, and she missed a penalty kick in the penalty shootout against finalists England at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
As part of her club career, she traveled to several countries. She played for Germany’s VFL Wolfsburg, France’s Avant Guingamp and Dijon FC, China’s Wuhan Jianghan University.
Other Nigerian footballers, including Ballon d’Or candidates Asisat Oshoala and Victor Osimhen, as well as former Super Eagles stars Oghenyi Onazi and Yakubu Aiyegbeni, also wore the Nigeria jersey, according to The Nation newspaper. It is said that he applauded the striker at least 35 times. I was proud several times.
To my fans, family, and friends, thank you for the show of love and support over the years. It’s time to take a bow, as I believe there’s no better time than now. I’m officially announcing my retirement from professional football for both club and country… pic.twitter.com/QClEeujx8C
– oparanozie-Wunsch (@oparanozie9) 13. September 2023
Super Eagles defender Chidoji Awaziem commented on his Instagram account. he said: “What a career!” You were a leader and a good example for us. Thank you and good luck on your next adventure. ”
It is clear that the striker will be missed as her former team-mates Oshinachi Ohare, Onome Ebi, Chiamaka Nnadojie and Ucheibe Christie were saddened by her decision to end her career. is.
