Balogun: “Born in Germany, I wasn’t immersed in Nigerian culture like my English-raised counterparts, including Alex Iwobi, Lookman, Ola Aina, and Kelvin Bassey.
It’s worth noting that the UK has a larger Nigerian population than Germany.
During my inaugural camp, I was alongside esteemed players like John Obi Mikel and Victor Moses, whom I had previously only encountered through PlayStation.
They demonstrated unwavering dedication to the country and extended a warm welcome to me. However, when we faced setbacks, it was a difficult experience.
Playing for the Super Eagles equipped me with the mental toughness required to handle the expectations at Rangers, where defeat is not an option.
In essence, as Nigeria, being the king of Africa, there’s an inherent pressure to emerge victorious, regardless of the opposition, whether it’s Cameroon, Senegal, or Egypt.”
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