In a remarkable turn of events, Nigerian footballer Ola Great has secured a trial with Spanish La Liga club Sevilla FC D, all thanks to the power of social media.
Ola Great initially caught the club’s attention after posting a tweet requesting a trial opportunity. The Sevilla FC English X (formerly Twitter) account responded with a challenge: if the tweet reached 100,000 retweets, they would consider giving him a chance. The football community rallied behind him, and within a short period, the milestone was met.
Now, Sevilla FC D has officially extended an invitation, with Nigerian footballer Chimezie Paul Obi, who plays for the club, personally delivering the news. In a message shared on Sevilla’s official social media, Obi said, “Hello Ola, I am Obi Paul. I play for Sevilla FC D, and we would love for you to come and take a trial with our international team. We are waiting for you.”
This development has sparked excitement among Nigerian football fans, many of whom see it as a testament to the growing influence of social media in shaping opportunities for aspiring athletes. Ola Great’s journey from a viral tweet to a professional trial is an inspiring story of perseverance, digital engagement, and the ever-evolving dynamics of football scouting.