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Quotes from Eniola Aluko

Sometimes keeping a squad together can improve spirit and with it performances.
~ Eniola Aluko
When you look at some of the greatest people and players in the world they all stand for something outside their working lives.
~ Eniola Aluko
No one should feel comfortable venting racist abuse, whether from the stands or through media outlets. Just as fans must call out any fans they see hurling abuse, journalists must call out colleagues who perpetuate divisive rhetoric. Name and shame them.
~ Eniola Aluko
My first experience playing for England was very scary and nerve wracking.
~ Eniola Aluko
I would say the most memorable thing that has ever happened to me has to be when I got my First class honours Law degree at my University graduation. All my family from all over the world were there when I collected my degree. I will never forget that day.
~ Eniola Aluko
In a world overloaded with information and content, there is simply no excuse for fans to be ill-informed about women's football.
~ Eniola Aluko
I struggle to understand why many in football get so upset about dual nationality.
~ Eniola Aluko
A big player coming in can change the dynamics of the dressing room, upset the rhythm of the team and end up doing more harm than good.
~ Eniola Aluko
Coaches can sometimes mollycoddle players too much - if they are good enough, then they are old enough.
~ Eniola Aluko
With the big clubs embracing women's football and the professionalism you see at the likes of Liverpool, Birmingham, Arsenal and my club Chelsea, it's really impressive. We're making great strides.
~ Eniola Aluko
You can always go to uni later on in life. There's no set way. If you are at uni, work hard. Strive for your best.
~ Eniola Aluko
There are many clever contractual ways to let a young player continue his career elsewhere while still having first option to bring them back in future. Contracts can include a buyback clause such as Barcelona had with Cesc Fabregas, or a sell-on clause where the development club benefit financially from all the work invested in the young player.
~ Eniola Aluko
To stay healthy, I like to eat healthy food. For example a lot of meat, pasta, vegetables and I also have to drink a lot of water and drinks with electrolytes in them.
~ Eniola Aluko
Don't read, click links or subscribe to any media organisations that peddle sinister untruths and stereotypes.
~ Eniola Aluko
It's great being part of Juventus. As expected, there's a real family feel to the club, alongside a big desire to win as often as possible.
~ Eniola Aluko
I'm absolutely loving Turin's old, historical-city vibe, with the narrow, cobbled streets.
~ Eniola Aluko
If you're at uni just because your parents have said so... There's a lot of success stories of people who have dropped out.
~ Eniola Aluko
I really liked English literature, a subject I did really well at.
~ Eniola Aluko
Eventually I will own my own company and will provide advice to athletes and artists from the entertainment industry.
~ Eniola Aluko
The problem with tactical novelties that might lead to a manager being hailed as a hero is that if they do not come off they are the villain.
~ Eniola Aluko
When you make a young player feel young, it doesn't necessarily help them - they often want to be treated like everyone else. If you respect their talent, then that can give them the confidence to express themselves.
~ Eniola Aluko
After you're dating someone for a few weeks, you often don't become exclusive until you give yourself more time to know what a relationship could be like in the future. You can't get too excited too quickly.
~ Eniola Aluko
All over the world people know Juventus as a club affiliated with legends and success and the project with the women's side is very ambitious.
~ Eniola Aluko
Many managers bring players they have previously worked with into a new club - but that doesn't always mean they will continue to enjoy success together.
~ Eniola Aluko