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From Silvernews.com.ng
Former African Footballer of the Year, Emmanuel Amuneke, has called on Africans around the world to support the South Africa national football team at the FIFA World Cup, stressing that football remains a powerful tool for unity, healing and reconciliation.
Speaking in an interview with Wakawaka Sports Extra, the former Barcelona player acknowledged that some Africans may be concerned about developments in South Africa, but urged the continent not to abandon its continent on the international stage.
Amuneke said passion for football should overcome differences, stressing that supporting an African team at the World Cup was a collective expression of continental pride.
“Football is a healing therapy. Africans can heal from the things that happen around us by not repaying each other with the same treatment,” said the former African Footballer of the Year.
The former Super Eagles star argued that sport has the ability to unite people and create an atmosphere of understanding, adding that Africa must continue to promote unity despite its challenges.
He urged football fans to view South Africa’s participation in the World Cup as an opportunity to showcase Africa’s talent, culture and resilience to global audiences.
Amuneke, who enjoyed an illustrious career as both a player and coach, said forgiveness and support among Africans would help strengthen the continent’s football development and global image.
Silvernews.com.ng reports that the former African football star believes the game remains one of the strongest platforms through which Africans can build bridges and promote unity.
