There was plenty of fun and friendship on Sunday afternoon as members of the veteran Island Football Club of Lagos celebrated ex Super Eagle Captain Austin Jay Jay Okocha @50.
The former PSG and Bolton Wonderers superstar was highly elated as the veterans and other club members played a well-organized anniversary football game with him before the wining and dining section at the Italian International School, Lekki.
Expectedly the friends of Jay Jay were dazzled by the retired player who was apparently pleased by the honour from the Island Football Club members. He said he lad words to express his gratitude to the members & friends who he has been playing with since quitting International Football.
While featuring for both sides, the classy Jay Jay’s magical touch, neat dribbles and precise passes were rekindled to the admiration of the Island Football Veterans and fans of the club at the venue.
Before long photo sections and eulogies over clocking 50years, the Nigeria Legend scored two classy goals beside several wonderful assists and usual showmanship of yore.
After the final whistle of the match handled by Lagos State football referees, the captain of Island Football Club, Olabiyi Emanuel described Jay Jay as a gift from God to Nigerians, nay Africans. He said they are proud to have Jay Jay as their member. In the same vein the Secretary General, Timothy Nunu said they are inspired by Jay Jay’s rare humility and friendship when he is around them despite his God – given talent.
On his part the oldest member of the Island Football Club, Austin Charles Asianya also known as Papa said Okocha is a big inspiration to everyone and stressed the need for members and friends not to compromise regarding fitness on and off the pitch.