Former Super Eagles attacking midfielder, Mutiu Adepoju has described as unfortunate the death of teammate, Wilfred Agbonavbare.
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The former Rayo Vallecano goalkeeper and 1994 Afcon hero died on Tuesday in a hospital in Alcala after a hard fought battle with cancer.
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Adepoju said Nigeria has actually lost a great ambassador and hero in the person of the former Super Eagles magnet, Agbonavbare.
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“Oh my God, I know he is battling with cancer but it never crossed my mind that death is very much around the corner.
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“It’s really sad, shocking and unfortunate, may his ever gentle soul rest in perfect peace,” said the former 3SC star to supersport.com.
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Adepoju said the goal tender died a great hero and should be remembered and treated the same by the government.
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“Agbonavbare was gentle, easy going and nice person. He was a dedicated goalkeeper as well as team player.
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“He defended the colour of Nigeria perfectly well and a worthy ambassador.
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“Agbonavbare was a hero, represented Nigeria well and done greatly, too winning the Africa Cup of Nations title in 1994 and other laurels.
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“He should be remembered and respected as great Nigerian and accorded due rights meant for great heroes,” said Adepoju.
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Agbonavbare equally lost his wife to cancer few years ago.
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