Ekong relishes South Africa culture during W’Cup duty

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong is embracing a unique opportunity to experience South Africa outside the confines of his football career. Currently serving as a broadcaster for SuperSport during the FIFA World Cup, Troost-Ekong is relishing his first extended stay in the country without the pressures of active competition.

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I have really enjoyed it. It has been great being part of the SuperSport team and meeting some amazing current and former players.

"I have really enjoyed it. It has been great being part of the SuperSport team and meeting some amazing current and former players," Troost-Ekong shared. He noted that while the weather was colder than he is accustomed to, the experience has been fantastic, offering a perspective on South Africa he never had as a player.

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Although it was a little colder than I am used to, I had a fantastic time. It was also the first time in many years that I have been in South Africa without being here as a player.

Troost-Ekong explained that being away from the pitch has granted him the freedom to explore aspects of South Africa he previously had little time for. "When you are playing, you are naturally a bit more restricted in terms of what you can and cannot do. This time, I have been able to take everything in and experience some of the best parts of South Africa whenever I have not been working."

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When you are playing, you are naturally a bit more restricted in terms of what you can and cannot do. This time, I have been able to take everything in and experience some of the best parts of South Africa whenever I have not been working.

Beyond the tournament, the former defender has made the most of his off-season by immersing himself in the local culture. He spoke highly of South Africa's culinary scene and music, enjoying the country's offerings before his return to club duties. "It has been nice to enjoy everything outside of work, because once I head back home, it will be time to focus on my other job, which is still playing football. Pre-season will begin, and everything will become much more serious again," he said.

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I have enjoyed some great food, listened to good music in all the right places, and had one or two drinks since it is my off-season. It has been nice to enjoy everything outside of work, because once I head back home, it will be time to focus on my other job, which is still playing football. Pre-season will begin, and everything will become much more serious again.