Chronicles Of A Legend : Etim John Esin The African Maradona Shares His Football And Life Stories.

[@gedemoye128]

His sincerity and accountability about his mistakes, not blaming anyone is always emotional. I love their generation.

[@sardaunaamodu3580]

I am happy to see Etim again in good health speaking with honesty and giving advise to the younger generations about discipline. Happy to see you Etim. Our football hero then. I didn't see this interview on time, anyway. Your analysis about our super eagles is correct. There is no more co-ordination in the midfield any longer for a very long time now. And without a solid midfield no team does well.

[@edijalaufuoma5014]

I love the sincerity of Etim Esean. Truth is bitter. Hope the young players can watch this interview

[@Shadesofreality247]

Every young person whether footballer or not should watch this interview!

[@omobolamajek5183]

Before Jay Jay Okocha, there was Etim Esin! I used to skip classes and ran out of school to watch the 1987 Chile bound Flying Eagles train morning and evening. Etim Esin, Thompson Oliha, Adeolu Adekola, John Okon, Ladi Babalola, Nduka Ugbade, Ikpowosa Omoregie and others. The 1987 Under 20 Chile world cup squad was loaded with such much talents. But Etim Esin was the favorite and the star player. Our own African Maradona! He was so good, his ball control and techniques was on the highest level. You have to foul Etim before you can take the ball away from him. For his career to end the way it ended, was a great tragic. I always imagined Etim Esin in the Nigerian 1994 world cup squad. I was shedding tears and at the same time full of admiration for the great memories of joy and happiness Etim Esin talent and football skills was able give us in a very short career. May God continue to bless you Etim. 🙏

[@obunm]

@@omobolamajek5183 Me too bro. You couldn’t take the ball of him. He was short and strong! You had to break his leg to take the ball off him. At a very young age, he excelled, but enough said about his struggles.

[@obynoomere1280]

@@omobolamajek5183Yes. Lawrence "Danjuma" Ukaegbu was there too. Nosa Osadolor and more. What a squad we had.

[@mosesluckyoghalegarbutt5472]

This is the second time, I am watching this interview, and I enjoy it.

[@ELEGBETETV]

It's actually the first time, what you watch first was a snippet

[@mosesluckyoghalegarbutt5472]

@@ELEGBETETV yeah, the Okparaji part, his struggles as a player, how he broke through. Worth watching, good work bro

[@olaadeniyan6401]

I acknowledge Etim Essien's candour, especially his acknowledgement of the disciplinary lapses that hindered his career advancement. He is undoubtedly one of Nigeria's most talented footballers. His journey is worthy of documentation, serving as a valuable lesson in humility. May he continue to receive divine guidance and make wise choices. Remain, blessed Big brother, Esin!

[@dewayneeze6686]

Etim Esin sure was a baller! I'm glad he took blame for how his playing days ended and there is no bitterness whatsoever in him, but rather gratitude for over coming all the travails he encountered. Thanks for the fond memories, African Maradona and thank God for keeping you.

[@louismon6069]

Great interview! Etim was a bundle of talent...a terror to any defence. I was at d stadium in d friendly against A.A. Gent. Wow! Cant forget that game. You really made a mess of the belgian defence. No wonder they signed you immediately. The '87 flying eagles was one of our best. I wonder what went wrong at world cup. Etim, I feel your pain. Thank God you are still alive to tell your stories.

[@G-DaDa2512]

ETIM ESIN! MAVERICK! Lessons boku this interview, from personal, culture, Naija factor and wisdom. Good to see baba again.

[@edijalaufuoma5014]

Wow. Staying in a foreign new environment can be crazy. Discipline is very key. Coach can make you and kill your career. Etim Esin was a great player we never saw play in the big stage world cup.

[@OLADIPOABIMBOLA-w2d]

The interview is interesting, you should have asked for what happened to the flying eagles at Chile 87.That team was so good, ladi babalola, Adeolu Adekola and others. May be next interview with Etim Esin, pls ask him what went wrong at Chile 87

[@Abrahamnolly]

It's valuable to listen to "from grace to grass" stories; they teach us important lessons. Thank you for bringing him on board, to lecture us on the importance of discipline, it's often underrated. Being young and aware of this can sometimes feel like a burden, but it's also a powerful insight.

[@namsoibanga3956]

"'Department of failure''.......what a way to end that fine conversation. This is exclusive inside from Etim Esin ones again put it clear to us all even beyond football and other sports, that talent is never enough. discipline is always key for longevity.

[@paulobi2537]

This is wonderful interview. I think the youngster ones should learn from this his experience, discipline. Without discipline you are not going to make any headway in life.

[@danmoleibrahimabiodun7884]

For Maradona to even ask of him shows how good he was to be name Africa Maradona

[@DejiTalker]

Him talking about Rolls Royce & other eye catching things is so true. The best of today becomes obsolete tomorrow. What happens if you waste your time & resources chasing frivolities? All the wisdom shared by our ex internationals on this platform are invaluable. You truly can't buy wisdom & experience

[@anthonyrichards3539]

I’ll never forget that match at Adamasingba between the super eagles of Nigeria 🇳🇬 and indomitable lions of cameroun. I watched it live and Etim stole the show

[@babatundeodebiyi]

Thank you Elegbete for another powerful one. Etim Esin was massive. When robbers shot him in 1987 i was crying because I feared that he would not be able to go to Chile. He was that good. I am already looking forward to the next big ex Super eagles star to be interviewed by you 💪👍

[@ELEGBETETV]

@@babatundeodebiyi enjoy all the ones we've uploaded already as we countdown to a big name coming next week. Thank you

[@69football16]

Football lover or not, everyone can relate to this interview Thank you Sir Edafe

[@gedemoye128]

I get emotional anytime I listen to bro Etim talking about his mistakes. What ended his career was not even real, but that the way Black stars are destroyed on flimsy grounds. These are players who played with and for their passion. We were always eager to hear and watch them play, with his tick laps. You lived your age man, youthfulness is a slippery period but GOD will uphold you and restore your losses

[@kingsleyozigbu1609]

Etim, I am proud of you . I am so happy to hear you speak with so much sincerity .

[@gedemoye128]

Oliseh go throway 130 yards to Yekini, he go score goals. Who Dey do that now? Nobody. Legends, with great experience and exposure. My generation missed you guys.

[@theeconomist1212]

Elegbete, I always glorify God for making me see Etim Esin live between 1984 to 1987. I had seen Haruna Ilerika and Henry Nwosu in the 70s,/early 80s, but believe me, Etim was in a different class altogether. I lived in Calabar in 1984, so I saw Etim, his senior brother at UNICAL and John Ene Okon at very close range. My sadness is that the institutional gap that exposed Etim, an 18 year old kid to navigate a life of affluence without professional guidance, is still there today. If you give a Ferrari SF90 to a teenager today, he will behave exactly like Etim. So, the NFF especially need to look more into protecting young talents from the instincts that come with fame. Etim was never the same again after that gunshot.

[@ELEGBETETV]

@@theeconomist1212 I want to interview or have you as part of the members of the Views From The Stands show, please don't say no

[@bunmizion]

Please don't say no

[@theeconomist1212]

@@ELEGBETETV I replied earlier using my phone. This is much appreciated. Thanks a million.

[@PmanAdighe-zg8hg]

This is a lesson packed interview. Kudos

[@beonceeadababe1150]

Etim, you nailed it.

[@danmoleibrahimabiodun7884]

He's a jaiye jaiye footballer during his days, racism is something that will not leave football unless we go lie to ourselves

[@VikingPremier]

Yep, he love soft life too much

[@adeniyimatthewoluwaseun8185]

Waoh!! This is very deep and a good lesson for this generation. Thank you Sir Edafe

[@edijalaufuoma5014]

He was a bundle of talent.

[@chukwumaofuokwu3637]

Talent is never alone. This is a cautionary tale , I hope people are listening.

[@joelogbeifun939]

This Etim Esin's story is truly touching, especially when he spoke about missing the opportunity to represent Nigeria in the World Cup against Argentina and play against the legendary Maradona. It's a stark reminder that indiscipline can have severe consequences, costing us precious opportunities. As Etim Esin reflected on his career, he highlighted indiscipline as a major pitfall, emphasizing that it can deceive us into thinking we can get away with anything, only to pay dearly for it later. His words serve as a cautionary tale, especially for younger generations. It's interesting to note that when Nigeria faced Argentina, Jay-Jay Okocha became Nigeria's own Maradona, showcasing exceptional skills and talent. However, Etim Esin's regret remains a powerful lesson: if we don't manage our gifts and opportunities well, they can be taken away and be replaced.

[@JudePhilemon-p6y]

Thank you for your words of wisdom

[@theolanrewaju]

Words of wisdom from the wise and experienced one.

[@ezemmaduabuchyix7163]

I don’t care if he had a failed career he is a legend he paid the price,it’s unfortunate made a lot of mistakes which makes him human .

[@truebornafrican9213]

This boy was the most complete player I saw in his time that’s why they tagged him maradona. He must have been 16 / 18 in his exploits with Calabar and flash . A real talent to the core …. He would have gone on to win things worldwide

[@gedemoye128]

Thanks Bro for bringing back these Legends

[@ELEGBETETV]

@@gedemoye128 thank even more for watching and going a step further to drop a comment

[@gedemoye128]

@ Abeg, when are we seeing Richard Owubokiri’s interview? I can’t wait

[@ELEGBETETV]

@gedemoye128 next week

[@adewalesaka3817]

The is a wonderful piece

[@DejiTalker]

The price of indiscipline is so costly. He went through a lot. Glad to know he's hale & hearty

[@abodeofhaven1]

Chile'87 was full of expectations that ended in disaster...... I cried so much after the loss to Brazil..... I was in my teens.....

[@allenemokpae7627]

I could hear the remorse in his voice.

[@aeafilmsuk]

Well done Elegbete. Brilliant platform!

[@obunm]

Etim Esin and Okocha are the most talented footballers that ever came out of Nigeria. He was a tank, very strong and Cameroonians feared him. The guy was good enough to win the world footballer if he continued the way he started. But parties and flamboyant life plus very rude press conferences. I remember him saying, Nigerians leave me alone , shebi I have won your match for you, I think after he scored against Cameroon.

[@VikingPremier]

You mean most flamboyant? Kanu is the most talented ever, everywhere he laced his boots, he was a winner

[@obunm]

@@VikingPremier No problem with your opinion. Both were accomplished players and Nigerians should be proud of them. To me Etim was raw talent, powerful like Maradona. He terrorised any defence. He didn’t play for long to showcase his talent. From what I watched Etim could have got a shout in the ballon dior. He was that good, bro. As he admitted honestly he made mistakes. The mistakes should not take out the recognition of his talent. I hope the govt can engage with to spread his talent, experience and knowledge. I followed old generation football, Etim stood out. Before Okocha, to me the most talented footballer!

[@ultimateone]

An excellent perspective from Esin. He is 100% right on Osimehen whom I don't rate at all; and on Balotelli. Iwobi too is a very average but over rated player who in years past couldn't have been good enough to play for the Super Eagles. I am so pleased though that Etim remembered and recognised my old Ira primary school friend, Rashidi Boolu Yekini. May Rashidi continue to RIP.

[@josephokonkwo2657]

This is why I always say Family is never a solution

[@theuglytruth6534]

I remember watching Etim at stadium with the flying eagles, he was fantastic, I watched all the qualifiers of that team, Eneh Okon, Adeyemi Adekola, thought that team was going to win the u-20 World Cup in n chile.

[@jessedee8635]

Hahaha Baba say department of failure dey NFF. That got me laughing out loud . Great interview😅😂

[@AndiEzebuiro-jz7xq]

This interview is epic. Etim is very sincere.

[@ELEGBETETV]

@@AndiEzebuiro-jz7xq yes he is

[@DanielKalu-s7n]

Will like to see u again I saw u once when u came to address us at box to box fc

[@josephatugoala7324]

Etim Esin was so GIFTED as a midfielder! Sadly that youthful exeburance took a toll on him.

[@theolanrewaju]

We thank God you have been lucky despite all the tribulations.

[@enod9746]

1984. First time I watched Etim Esin as a kid at the Calabar Sports Stadium...always jampacked. He was 16 years then or so and a true wizard. But his partying and clubbing got the better of him.

[@oloyedeoyebayo7008]

He speaks good English! His dad really wanted great things for him education is key. All the best, champ.

[@ozzymanney8694]

Baba was dropping gems concerning the Victor Osimhen saga.

[@raycorey]

Nothing like experience, i remember my dad telling me about this guy, and his indiscipline, how good he was but did too much, had issues in Belgium 🇧🇪 etc

[@PiusGbenoba]

I thank God for your life.

[@DejiTalker]

Osimhen should watch this interview & inculcate Bros Etim's advice. It'll change his career trajectory in a way he'll never imagine. My mum said you can take a horse to the river, you can't force it to drink water. The ball is in his court

[@bobbyukaigwe]

Edafe you no correct Etim when he said Mikel flew the Olympic team to Brazil

[@obynoomere1280]

Etim Esin showed class in this interview. Much respect

[@ELEGBETETV]

@@obynoomere1280 yes o

[@obynoomere1280]

@ELEGBETETV you're doing exceptional work, and thanks for that 👏🏿

[@ELEGBETETV]

@@obynoomere1280 appreciate

[@nnelyaustine489]

Etim your night hasn't come and it's not coming now may God relocate and reposition you and recover all your losses through CHRIST JESUS AMEN

[@okechukwuaaron6933]

Please add this name as well,(powerfull) that's the name we Call then at games village in Surulere Lagos intact Etim is a complete all round footballer very talented I know him very well only for that mistake he made.powerful God will see you through

[@akinbolalanre8866]

Hindsight makes us see our flaws and gives us a chance to make better decisions.

[@theolanrewaju]

In Nigeria where the crime scene evidences are not kept well let alone keeping Okwaraji's tape.

[@bobbyukaigwe]

Enyimba boys will play and give their life for Finidi? What have they done on the continent?

[@luckywhite7241]

I remember the match he referenced on it was against Ethiopa and we won 7:1 or 6:1

[@sowoolubabajide]

Honestly, i always pray, my mistakes, not stop me from been the best I could turn to become.

[@Preciousbrill13]

A man who have seen it all.

[@theolanrewaju]

Daddies can be very strong with opinions in those days. Thank God it still turned well though.

[@thompsonomorefe6788]

Hindsight is 20/20. I pray God gives you peace when you rest at night.He lost great recognition and opportunities to amount great wealth 😢 Okocha's dribbling with the ball was "shakara" while Etim's dribbling was purposeful with the ball.

[@Afro_Updates]

Nice

[@beonceeadababe1150]

Etim 10

[@richardsonagbalalah3257]

Osimhen should listen to this!

[@danmoleibrahimabiodun7884]

If he had listen to the advises then though but what is meant to be is meant to be, that's just life

[@kelvineso2319]

Honestly,I have heard lots about you from uncle 50.

[@osiwina3587]

WELL SAID. I JHOPE OSIMEN AND CO WILL LISTEN TO YOUR SAGACIOUS ADVICE AND BEHAVE.

[@G-DaDa2512]

The man stood up.....😂😂😂😂

[@bolasalak7360]

Uhmm the word of wisdom coming from Etim Esim the uncommon player in the late 80s and early 90s. He who has ears let him listen and learn from him.

[@DanielKalu-s7n]

Bros u they try oooo

[@marcelezenwa]

How long were u then

[@ELEGBETETV]

@@marcelezenwa what?

[@PiusGbenoba]

Hopefully, Osimhen listen to him.

[@PiusGbenoba]

Discipline can open a lot of doors.

[@bobbyukaigwe]

Etim Esin was so good but went to the dark side like Anakin Skywalker.

[@NsifiokThomas]

Foot for thought

[@minilo2935]

This guy, Etim Esin, was the one player who made me watch the only match I ever watched at the National Stadium, Surulere. Can't recall the year or the opponent again, but it was an international encounter. And he more than made it worth it for me. Quite frankly, he was better than Maradona. Pure genius. Awesome 👌🏾

[@toneneez]

Etim Esin aka 10:10 🫡

[@ELEGBETETV]

He's not 10:10 that is Bright Omokaro

[@bunmizion]

I never watched him play but he was one of the most talked about players largely because of his indiscretions and off-field antics. I like that he is sharing his story as a lesson for the younger generation.

[@tonyenyin6746]

Man speak good English compared to finidi who struggles with oral English. Stocky Etim Esin. Boy I watched him against KK elevens, boy these KK boys kicked the hell of Stocky Etim Esin but he stood. Boy it lovely watching him back then

[@sowoolubabajide]

From etim's talk, it implies, NFF is truncating football. Westeroff was only answerable to the president and not NFF president .

[@marcelezenwa]

What happened to the girl

[@DanielKalu-s7n]

3:53

[@josephokonkwo2657]

What of his siblings and family ...no impact

[@bobbyukaigwe]

His transfer talk was ill informed

[@toneneez]

Yes that’s correct 😂

[@allenemokpae7627]

Which Mikel pay ticket. Our guy never watch the video ???! That debunked it

[@chionyenkwu2253]

Talk about wasted talent 🤨🤨