Former Super Eagles Goalkeeper Peter Fregene Hospitalised, Placed on Life Support

• Peter Fregene is grappling with health issues as the former Nigerian national team goalkeeper is placed on life support
• The ‘mathematical’ Segun Odegbami had raised the alarm over the health status of the former goalkeeper, saying he needed help
• Fregene was part of the Nigerian national team set up between 1968 and 1971 before being recalled for the 1982 African Cup of Nations finals

Former Nigerian international Peter Fregene is battling for survival as he is placed on life support in a Delta State hospital.

The 77-year-old is said to be in a critical state, according to football legend Segun Odegbami.

Fregene was Nigeria’s No.1 goalkeeper between 1968 and 1971 before being recalled for the 1982 African Cup of Nations finals.

He played for Lagos clubs ECN and Stationery Stores in the 60s and 70s and won the FA Cup with both clubs as well.

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Odegbami had raised the alarm over Fregene’s health, saying the former shot-stopper needed prayers. He said via Punch:

“Peter Fregene is in the hospital and on life support. His situation is critical.

“What Peter Fregene needs the most now are our collective prayers that the will of His Creator be done!”

It was gathered that the former goalie had been grappling with health issues for several years.

Odegbami urged the general public to give financial support to the ailing legend, saying he needs to be moved to a teaching hospital. He added:

“He is still waiting for help to come in order to be moved by ambulance to the Ohara Teaching Hospital, Ohara, Delta State.

“I am not raising or collecting any funds on behalf of Peter’s family. If the need arises, and I am requested and authorised to do so, I shall.”

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Odegbami warns Siasia over Eagles job

Legit.ng earlier reported that Odegbami warned Siasia over being a part of the Eagles interim setup, claiming it is too early and risky for his reputation.

Samson Siasia is reportedly in the interim coaching group for the Super Eagles ahead of the September international break but has received a warning from a former international.

The tactician recently completed his five-year FIFA ban for alleged corruption on August 16 and confirmed he is ready to return to football management immediately without much delay.

Source: Legit.ng