Daily Independent (Lagos)
13 July 2011
Super Eagles striker, Osaze Odemwingie has described his rift with coach Samson Siasia as down to a misunderstanding which stemmed from a breakdown in communication.
The player and coach finally got to talk last week in a fence-mending parley brokered by the NFF and Osaze says it is all in the past.
“It was all a misunderstanding. I spoke to him asking for permission to go back, and the next day, when I got my passport from the Secretary, I thought that meant I had permission to leave.
“Unfortunately, it was not. It was just a breakdown in communication,” Osaze said.
The striker says after a conversation with Siasia, it was all resolved.
“As soon as we spoke, it was clear that it was all a misunderstanding.
“He wants the best for Super Eagles, and that is the same thing I want. And I believe we can all work together to achieve it.”
Osaze, accepted as a player who always turns in hundred percent, says he will continue to give his all in the Nigeria jersey.
“I fell honoured every time I wear the Nigeria jersey and I am always proud to represent my country. That is why I give 110 percent each time I am on the field.
“I will continue to do so for the country, the fans and the team.”
Odemwingie is expected to be part of Samson Siasia’s squad for the next game, a friendly international against Ghana in London on August 9.
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Nigeria: Osaze Attributes Rift With Siasia to Misunderstanding