I’ll shame my critics, says Ideye

Much vilified Super Eagles striker, Brown Ideye has said that he will shame his critics who have vilified him for some below-par showings for Nigeria.

The Dynamo Kiev striker came under the hammer after he struggled in front of goal at the recent FIFA Confederations Cup in Brazil.

HOUSTON – MAY 31: Aide Brown Ideye #8 of Nigeria fends off Javier Hernandez #14 and Francisco Rodiriguez #2 of Mexico as he attmpts to gain control of the ball at Reliant Stadium on May 31, 2013 in Houston, Texas. /AFP

”My passion to play and do well for my country is as strong as ever before, I don’t want to be bothered about the critics.

I am a professional and I know the best way to answer the critics is to concentrate and do well. I will definitely do that at the best time,” Ideye said.

Ideye has been invited for a crucial 2014 World Cup qualifier against Malawi on September 7 in Calabar and he is confident of a good outing.

”I am ready as ever to contribute my quota to see that we win the match. I am a team player, the success of the team comes first, but at times I get blamed for missing chances but I will get better,” Ideye promised.

“I am not ready to defend myself on the pages of newspaper, but the coaches know my contribution to the team and I will keep giving my best till things get better. I am always there to make Nigeria proud