WALES-based Nigerian player Etim Asuquo has declared his
interest and determination to make the national U-20 team with the ultimate aim
of helping the Flying Eagles win an historic first ever FIFA World Youth
Championship.
The youngster, on the books of Murton Rovers in the
Swansea Senior Football League, is also optimistic of his chances of making the
team given his skills set which he claims will be invaluable during the
qualifiers as well as at the competition proper.
The 18-year old highly-rated winger who's proficient on
both wings, is regarded for being quick on the ball and notable for his
dribbling skills.
Despite playing from the wings, Asuquo has scored 25
goals with 20 assists in just 45 games since joining Murton Rovers.
On why he wants to chose Nigeria ahead of Wales, he
admitted that the competition for places in the Welsh team may not be as
intense as that of the Flying Eagles but would rather play for his fatherland
than any other country.
"It's always been my dream to represent my country
and also my place of birth. Playing for Nigeria, given the number of talents at
the disposal of the coaches, will be more challenging but I'm up for the
challenge and that's why I'm throwing my hat into the ring," the Cross
River born player said.
Asuquo considers his technical knowledge of the game,
accurate passing with both feet as well as being a good team player as his
greatest assets and he would love to use this in helping the country win
laurels.
He said: "It’s still a mystery that we've not won
the U-20 title yet despite dominating at the U-17. This should be the time to
put that right and I want to be a part of the team that will make history by
bringing home the World Youth Championship title. It will be a dream comes true
for me".
Despite two final appearances, Nigeria is yet to win
FIFA's second most valuable competition with Ghana being the only African
country to have that honour.
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