Samson Siasia still cries for help

Flying Eagles Coach, Sampson Siasia (right)
Samson Siasia who was at the Enyimba International Stadium in Aba told nigeriasports.com that he was in Aba to meet with Orji Uzor Kalu, the Governor of Abia State to ask for sponsorship for the Flying Eagles.

“I’ve been crying around all this time because w have to prepare, but this money issue is distracting us. We need these boys to play together to blend, play friendly games but the NFA say they have money problems so if individuals don’t come out to help we will be in trouble.”

“This is very very important. I need help. It’s a serious problem that we must solve. I have spoken to the governor and I hope he is going to come out and help.”

In spite of the problems, Siasia says the talent in the team can do the country proud.

According to him, he has stopped trials since he has got the core of his team together.

“Right now I am open to suggestions and will gladly accept any player who is recommended to me.”

Siasia described his coaching experience as very challenging.

“I never knew it was going to be this difficult coaching the national team, and the money problems made it even more difficult but I am optimistic we will get to the World Cup.”

The former Super Eagles striker attributed the problem of youth football in the country to lack of youth development programs unlike in his days.

“When we were growing up we played from the primary school, secondary school and them the ysfon level, but we don’t have things like that any more and that is one major problem we have facing our youth teams today.”

“Back in those days we had events like the Principals Cup but they don’t exist anymore. Right now every one just wants to have an academy and go to Europe.”

“The only way forward for Nigerian Football is youth development which we have neglected for so long now.” Siasia said.