Nigerian Goalkeeper Francis Uzoho Apologizes For Social Media Outburst, Seeks Forgiveness from Fans

Francis Uzoho, the Nigerian goalkeeper, has issued a heartfelt apology to Nigerian football fans for what he referred to as an “outburst of emotions” on social media during the recent international break.

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Uzoho came under heavy criticism for errors leading to goals in games against Saudi Arabia and Mozambique, which frustrated fans and raised questions about his position in the Super Eagles team coached by Jose Peseiro.

The 24-year-old goalkeeper responded to the social media backlash with a Snapchat post that read, “Do it if it’s easy.” This message further angered fans, leading to even more criticism.

Recognizing his lapse in judgment, Uzoho took to his Twitter account, known as X, to publicly ask for forgiveness.

He explained that his actions were driven by frustration and emotions, and he expressed his gratitude to the fans who have supported and motivated him throughout his career.

In his statement, Uzoho stated, “It has come to my attention that my recent Snapchat post did not reflect my best behavior towards you, my loyal fans. I apologize for this, as it was not my intention to conduct myself in such a manner towards the fans who have supported and motivated me throughout my career.”

The Nigerian international, who has earned 32 caps for his country, acknowledged that criticism is a fundamental part of professional football and expressed his readiness to embrace it as a means of improvement.

“Accepting criticism is part of my job, and it is something I often welcome from people who continue to support me. I accept your criticisms with the utmost respect, understanding that you all want me to do better,” Uzoho added.

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Despite the social media backlash and criticism, Francis Uzoho received public support from key figures in Nigerian football.

Super Eagles Head Coach Jose Peseiro continued to place trust in the goalkeeper, and teammates like Moses Simon, Adebayo Adeleye, and Kelechi Iheanacho publicly backed Uzoho through this challenging period.

As Nigeria prepares for upcoming World Cup qualification matches against Lesotho and Zimbabwe, Uzoho is expected to maintain his role as the team’s goalkeeper.

The Super Eagles also have their sights set on the Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Ivory Coast, with the collective goal of achieving success on the international stage.