Patrice Evra
Retired France international, Patrice Evra says he would love to see an African country lift the FIFA World Cup.
The ex-Manchester United defender is in the West African country for three days special visit to Ghana as part of the build-up to the World Cup in Qatar by Chipper.
On September 14, Patrice Evra and his team visited the seat of government in Accra, the Jubilee House.
He had a meeting with the President of the Republic, H.E Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, and indicated that he hopes an African country will win the FIFA World Cup one day.
“My dream like I said is maybe one African team will one day will win the World Cup. It’s not my last time I’m going to be here. It’s such a beautiful country and thanks for having us,” Patrice Evra said.
He further indicated that he wants to help change the bad narrative around Africa.
“My dream now is also to change the image of Africa. That’s why I have been to Senegal, Cameroon, Nigeria, and now Ghana,” Patrice Evra added.
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