By Akeem Lawal
Newly-capped Super Eagles goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye is in
cloud nine after making his international debut for Nigeria in a 1-1 draw
against Brazil at Singapore’s National Stadium last Sunday, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.
Nigeria’s first choice goalkeeper, Francis Uzoho was
stretchered off in the second half of the encounter after suffering a horrific
injury. The 20-year-old landed awkwardly and twisted his entire lower leg while
trying to deal with a cross from Brazil midfielder Casemiro.
The Fortuna Dusseldorf II goalkeeper, who replaced Uzoho in
the 65th minute, expressed his delight at finally donning the Green and White
jersey, while also wishing his rival a speedy recovery.
“Glad to have made my debut for Nigeria. It’s a dream
come true playing for my beloved country. Now it’s time to work even harder. Wishing
my brother @Uzoh of a speedy recovery. Thank you Nigeria,” he said via his
Twitter handle.
Okoye will be hoping to make his competitive debut for
Nigeria in Africa Cup of Nations qualification games against Benin Republic and
Lesotho in November.
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