Canada-based youngster Mac-Ford Akhabue said he was bowled over v with the resilience and work rate of Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen hence his adoption as role model.
The 18-year- old Oakville Blue Devils’ centre back, said the Galatasaray striker is miles ahead of his peers, adding his choice as his role model was borne out of some outstanding qualities because ‘he is a complete footballer of this generation’.
The former High Park FC player who won the New York Cup with Bryst Academy and was the finalist in the U 17 Imodel Cup , further stated:”I will say my role model is Victor Osimhen.
“Apart from coming from my tribe in Esan, Edo State, he is been motivating me in a way .
“He worked hard to be where he is today in football globally.
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“His work rate dedication, determination to excel and talent was it for me and ever since I have been monitoring him I see him as a player any serious aspiring young lads should emulate in to go higher in the game”.
Akhabue , who played at the Imodel League at age 15, disclosed that his desire was to take his football artistry beyond his community and hopefully join the professional train abroad.
In the meantime, the youngster has expressed his hope of playing in the Canadian Semi Pro League this summer.