Super Eagles striker Emmanuel Dennis has explained that he stopped supporting Arsenal because of his health
The 24-year-old stated clearly that he was a proud fan of the North London side while growing up in Nigeria
Dennis Emmanuel has been getting the goals this season for Watford in the Premier League as he is in superb form

Emmanuel Dennis who plays for Watford in the Premier League has explained that he used to support Arsenal years back while growing up, but stopped because of some defeats the Gunners suffered.

The Nigerian striker started his career at Kwara Football Academy which was where he moved to Abuja College in 2016 before moving to Europe.

So far this season in the Premier League, Emmanuel Dennis has been impressive for Watford bagging in goals for them even though the side are still struggling on the League table.

According to the report on UK Sun and and Sky Sports, Emmanuel Dennis explained that he stopped supporting Arsenal because of his health.

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Emmanuel Dennis' reaction on Arsenal

"I used to be an Arsenal fan. I like Cesc Fabregas.

"But I'm no more an Arsenal fan. I was so much into Arsenal sometimes I could cry when they lose. That wasn't good for me.

"So I was like, 'nah, I'm going to stick to myself and don't care much because it's not good for my health'. It's just me and myself right now."

Super Eagles star scores 7th EPL goal as his club suffers disappointing loss against tough opponents

Earlier, Legit.ng had reported how Nigerian striker Emmanuel Dennis on Friday night, December 10, scored his 7th goal of the season in the Premier League but it was not enough as Watford suffered 1-2 loss at Brentford.

Watford started the Premier League encounter impressively at the Community Stadium and had to wait until the 24th minute before netting their goal through Emmanuel Dennis who benefited from Tom Cleverley's cross.

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The first-half lead put the Hornets on course to end their three-game losing streak until they conceded two late goals

Pontus Jansson equalised for the Bees in the 84th minute and Bryan Mbeumo scored a 95th-minute winner from the penalty spot.

As things stand, Watford are currently occupying 17th position on the Premier League table with 13 points after 16 games played so far.

Authors

Ibitoye Shittu

Editor- Local Desk