I guess people’s reasons may vary, but we usually have one tournament that was the most special for us. It could be that your country had an inspired run, or it was in your home country, or just at a key stage of your youth etc.
For me, it’s a tough one between France 98’ and Atlanta 96’.
France 98’ was the most memorable I think. I loved everything about that tournament. The diadora boots that were out during that tournament. Michael Owen’s goal. My favourite player of all time at his best (Ronaldo).
Atlanta 96’ was special for other reasons. It was just Olympic football, but Nigeria won the gold medal, with some classic games along the way, and the birth of a great generation including Kanu, Okocha, Oliseh, Finidi and others. That tournament is still so special in Nigeria.
Honourable mention to USA 94’ (although I was really young) and Euro 96’.
For me, it’s a tough one between France 98’ and Atlanta 96’.
France 98’ was the most memorable I think. I loved everything about that tournament. The diadora boots that were out during that tournament. Michael Owen’s goal. My favourite player of all time at his best (Ronaldo).
Atlanta 96’ was special for other reasons. It was just Olympic football, but Nigeria won the gold medal, with some classic games along the way, and the birth of a great generation including Kanu, Okocha, Oliseh, Finidi and others. That tournament is still so special in Nigeria.
Honourable mention to USA 94’ (although I was really young) and Euro 96’.