Categories: Sport

2023 WWC: Super Falcons’ Alozie reveals her favorite player

Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie has revealed that her favorite football player is former Italian striker Mario Balotelli. The young defender shared that she draws inspiration from Balotelli, especially regarding her choice of wearing different colored boots.

In an interview with NFF TV, Alozie expressed her admiration for Balotelli, saying, “He is my favorite player. I watched him a lot when I was growing up; he did well in the 2014 World Cup [in Brazil].”

Balotelli, known for his talent and occasional controversies, has left a lasting impact on the young Nigerian defender. The Italian striker gained notoriety with his “Why Always Me?” shirt, which he displayed in response to media criticism after Manchester City’s memorable 6-1 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford in 2011.

Despite Balotelli’s reputation as a “bad boy,” Alozie still looks up to him as an influential figure in football.

In the same interview, Alozie spoke about the upcoming match against England’s Lionesses, acknowledging the tough challenge ahead. She stated, “It’s going to be a hard game; we have played hard games, starting with Canada. So we expect nothing less.”

The encounter with England marks a crucial moment for the Super Falcons, as it is a knockout round in the 2023 Women’s World Cup.

Idoko Dennis

Idoko Dennis is a creative videographer/drone pilot and sport writer. He heads the sport desk and deputizes the head of Idoma TV

Recent Posts

Soaring rice prices threaten Christmas celebrations for Nigerian families

Rice, a staple for Christmas celebrations in Nigeria, has become a luxury this year. Soaring…

20 hours ago

Panic as Stage collapses during Odumodublvck’s performance at Lagos concert

Panic erupted on Saturday at a concert in Lagos when the stage collapsed during Odumodublvck’s…

20 hours ago

2025 Budget: FG allocates ₦6.36bn for renovation of Tinubu, Shettima’s official quarters

The Federal Government of Nigeria has allocated ₦6,364,181,224 billion for the refurbishment and rehabilitation of…

20 hours ago

Black Market Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today 22nd December 2024

The black market dollar to naira exchange rate for today, 22nd December 2024, can be…

20 hours ago

NNPC debunks shutdown rumors, confirms fuel loading at Port Harcourt Refinery

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has refuted claims that the 60,000 barrels per…

21 hours ago

‘We have to find a way’ – Guardiola laments after defeat to Aston Villa

Manchester City finds itself in unprecedented turmoil, with relegation-level form showing little sign of improvement.…

21 hours ago