John Michael, the outstanding goalkeeper of 36 Lions Iwaya, was honoured with the 2023 Best Goalkeeper Award after his team’s triumphant 1-0 victory over Badagry Lions in the U16 graduation match at the 36 Lions 23rd-anniversary celebration.
In an exclusive interview with Sports247, Michael shares his happiness, future aspirations, and gratitude towards his team and organizers.
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Asked about his emotions after winning the Best Goalkeeper Award, John Michael responded with joy, saying, “I feel happy, very happy.” His elation reflects the pride and satisfaction of being recognized for his exceptional goalkeeping skills.
In response to whether the award would motivate him to do more, Michael affirmed, “Yes, this is the first time I will collect this kind of award and I’m very happy. I will do better than this next time.” His commitment to continuous improvement and future success highlights his dedication to his craft.
A noteworthy step in Michael’s career is his promotion to the senior team which is also an achievement for the young goalkeeper.
Recognizing the collaborative effort that contributes to individual success, Michael expressed his gratitude towards his coach and teammates, stating, “I’m very grateful for the teamwork, for everything they’ve done today.
I’m very grateful and very, very happy. I would say thank you to all of my teammates and every one of us.” His appreciation underscores the importance of teamwork in achieving collective goals.
Michael expressed gratitude, saying, “I would say thank you to Alhaji Gafar, my coach, and the coaches from the other 36 Lions teams.” His words of appreciation extend beyond his immediate team, recognizing the broader organizational support that contributes to the success of events like the 23rd-anniversary celebration.*
John Michael’s journey, marked by individual achievement and team success, stands as a testament to the spirit of excellence and collaboration within the 36 Lions FC community.
