St Louis was not the original host for the 1904 Olympic Games – Chicago was – but St Louis’ ‘great and good’ were not prepared to allow such an inconvenience thwart their plans. They bullied the International Olympic Committee (IOC) into giving them the right to host the third Olympiad of the Modern era.
A few years ago, Zambian and African great, Kalusha Bwalya, suggested a change in eligibility for the African Nations Championship (CHAN). He wanted players who plied their trade in other African countries to be eligible for the tournament.
There was no African Nations Championship (CHAN) in Segun Odegbami’s day. The Nigerian legend didn’t need it to showcase his abilities. At that time African footballers tended to play in Africa. Odegbami was no different. He graced football in his own continent throughout his distinguished career.