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NPFL22: Kelechi Chimezie creates record, played all 38 games for Gombe United

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…applauds coaches for having faith in him

Defensive solid centre-back for Gombe United, Kelechi Chimezie, has recorded yet another unprecedented feat, having featured in all the 38 matches for his side in the 2021/2022 Nigeria Professional Football League.

The former Heartland FC player, who grew through the ranks from the amateur level, spoke in an exclusive interview with Wakawaka Sports Extra, revealed that the feat was achieved as a result of hardwork and dedication.

While bemoaning the inadequacies he experienced at Heartland, he applauded his coaches at Gombe United for having faith in him.

He went further to say that if offers come from club sides in Europe, he will move while commending the League Management Company for putting up an incredible season.

“I played all the 38 games and it’s just the grace of God for not having any injury. Kudos to the technical crew for believing in me. I do extra trainings and rest very well. For now I am not sure yet but I pray for it.

“For me its a great honour and I thank God for that. It’s a great profile for me. They welcomed me well like a king and I know that I have to work hard. The most difficult game was against Katsina United where the equalised at the dying minute and then won. I felt bad.

“It was a great experience in Heartland where we struggled to escape relegation which we did.
The settings in the team is not right. They are not doing the right thing. They are not helping the players in terms of their welfare. When a player is not well treated well he will never perform well.

“I will give 89% to the league. I think we are very far from them. We just need to improve.
My dream is to leave the country and play in Europe. For now I am not sure yet but I pray for it.”

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