Mauricio Pochettino says none of Tottenham's players are motivated by money, insisting they want to play for the club "to achieve things and enjoy football."
I always respected Ekotto for openly saying that football is only a job to him. For some reason football players get crucified for something that is universally true to some 90% of the population. Most people just do their job, they do it bloody well, but there is no love there.
IMO the jobs that should also be a calling are teachers, doctors, nurses, police, soldiers, firefighters and such. Football players are athletes - they need discipline first and foremost. Passion helps but isn't essential.
Again, my opinion.
Had the ring of truth when we were building a team of our own.
But with the mounting pressures of Premiership and CL;
the buying in of journeymen players who can do a job;
the apparent limited opportunities for any of our own
and the selling of same
the vision is beginning to dim.
I would love this to be true but sadly a romantic dream
which I am happy to share
but I am not quite senile enough to believe in.
A reminder to those browsing without an account, it's quick and easy to Register Here. Come and join the fun!
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.