Nigerian midfielder Joe Aribo is still smarting from the manner in which the Super Eagles lost a ticket to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Saturday PUNCH reports.
The Nigeria international enjoyed memorable nights in Europe with The Light Blues in 2021/22 and the highlight of his performance was opening the scoring in the Europa League showpiece against Eintracht Frankfurt, a game Rangers went on to lose on penalties.
Since landing at the St Mary’s Stadium, Aribo has been used in a variety of positions for the Saints including attacking midfielder, left midfielder, center forward, right midfielder and right winger. The 26-year-old was asked if his versatility is a benefit to his game or he would prefer to nail down a place that would help his consistency.
Aribo told Southampton’s official website, “I think it’s a blessing and a curse personally. Like you said I can play in so many different roles so I can help the team but it’s like I’m not really mastering one position, but I think for me it’s good I can help the team in so many different ways.’’ Aribo has been involved in all the matches played by Southampton in the Premier League this term, scoring two goals in twelve appearances.All rights reserved. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from PUNCH.