Soccer: Adébayor applauds Bradley Barcola’s decision to join the Blues rather than the Sparrowhawks
Bradley Barcola has decided to play for the French national team. He has even been selected for Euro 2024. Commenting on the matter, Emmanuel Adebayor believes that the young player of Togolese origin made a good choice in preferring the French team over the Togolese Sparrowhawks.
In his statement, the former Togolese international highlights several crucial aspects regarding Bradley Barcola’s career. He notably emphasizes the context in which the young player is evolving, insisting that being born and raised in France, his affiliation with the French national team is more desirable. « Barcola’s case is different because he is a young player who was born in France and grew up in France », he argued.
Analyzing the situation with finesse, the undisputed star of Togolese football highlights the importance of the opportunities offered by the French team to Bradley Barcola, in terms of major competitions as well as contracts and media recognition.
Similarly, Emmanuel Adebayor points out the economic and sporting dimensions of choosing a national team. For the former captain of the Togolese Sparrowhawks, there is a difference in visibility and potential success between the French and Togolese teams.
Referring to his own experience and love for Togo, Emmanuel Adebayor explained that he personally decided to represent his country of origin despite tempting offers from the French team. For him, it was a matter of loyalty to his roots and a deep attachment to his community.
« We have never won the AFCON. But he will play in a team that has already won the World Cup and he can also win it with the French team. It’s better for him. But if he comes to Togo, can he win the African Cup of Nations? No. Can he play in a World Cup ? I don’t think so. We have to be honest », stressed the former captain of the Togolese Sparrowhawks.
The former Manchester City player says he does not regret his choice in favor of Togo, even in the face of prestigious opportunities that were presented to him. His vision and experience offer an enriching perspective on the dilemmas faced by international players and the complexity of the choices available to them.
