Okocha, Not Ronaldo or Messi, Is Football’s Greatest – Burna Boy
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has revealed that former Super Eagles captain Jay Jay Okocha is his greatest footballer of all time, dismissing the popular debate involving Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
The singer, whose real name is Damini Ogulu, made the remarks during a recent interview with ESPN, where he shared his favourite football personalities and club.
When asked to name the greatest football player of all time, Burna Boy said the choice was between former Nigerian international Jay-Jay Okocha and Pelé.
“I will say Jay Jay Okocha. It is between him and Pele. I am not doing that Ronaldo or Messi stuff,” he said, ruling out Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi from his greatest-of-all-time conversation.
The “Dai Dai” singer also named Harry Kane as his favourite striker of all time.
Burna Boy disclosed that Manchester United remains his favourite football club.
On emerging stars, the Afrobeats star identified Lamine Yamal as the best young player in the world.
He also singled out Kobbie Mainoo as his favourite current Manchester United player.
The interview offered fans a glimpse into Burna Boy’s football preferences, with the Grammy winner firmly backing Okocha as his football icon.
