African Players Quotes

10 quotes from 8 authors

If you’ve ever wondered how people talk about athletes from Africa, this handful of thoughts offers a concise snapshot. Eight different contributors share their take, giving you a taste of the varied impressions without overwhelming you.

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I was one of those athletic African players.

Masai Ujiri

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I must say that I am quite fed up with those who consider African players like victims. There aren't just sad stories;…

Victor Osimhen

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I am very proud to be African. I want to defend African people, and I want to show to the world that…

Yaya Toure

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There's lots of African players in the Premier League and the Premier League is the best league in the world, so that's…

Edouard Mendy

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I don't think Riyad needs any introduction, he is one of the best African players and he has played at a very…

Edouard Mendy

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It's not to say I don't want African players to hustle and play hard, but I also wanted to show we can…

Pascal Siakam

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A talented footballer comes over, his family depends on him, and if his agent or club don't treat him well, he might…

Nwankwo Kanu

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The most important is to have the talent. But then there is already a European in your position. You have to work…

Thomas Partey

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Liverpool had African players from the '50s and '60s. There were goalkeepers in the early days from South Africa. Then in 1981…

Bruce Grobbelaar

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We have to move the meter in sports in Africa, especially basketball. With the growth of the NBA globally, we have to…

Masai Ujiri

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