U.S based Nigerian-born coach, Oladayo Anthony Ushurhe has revealed his love for AS Roma boss Jose Mourinho while developing his coaching career in Nigeria.
Ushurhe who recently obtained National D coaching licence from the United States of America said he wants to become Nigeria’s ‘Special One.’
Ushurhe, fondly called ‘Coach Tony’, coached Lagos-based amateur side, Messiah FC before he was offered a scholarship to study in American Sports University San Bernardino, California. It was there that he obtained his degree in Sports Coaching Fitness and Health.
“Jose Mourinho is my idol, I love his coaching style and his philosophy. I am one of his fans and I always monitor his progress. I want to be a world recognized coach like Mourinho, probably the best that will come out of Nigeria,” said Ushurhe
Ushurhe has coached three clubs so far; Avalanche FC Div 3, Arsenal FC DIV 1, and presently in charge of Colton High FC, California.
Coach Tony hit the limelight in Lagos, while handling Messiah FC, winning in four years notable Lagos state organize league and tournaments, like; Ikeja League, Eko League and the maiden edition of Extra Joss Tournament.
“It is a great achievement for me. I feel very happy and thankful to God for learning a more advanced way of coaching,” he said.
Having acquired the United States of America coaching national E & F license previously, he believes he’s taking the world by his feet.
