‘It hurts so bad’ - Super Eagles legend Sunday Oliseh loses brother

Nigeria and Super Eagles legend Sunday Oliseh is mourning a profound personal loss.

On Thursday, he lost his brother, Uche Levi Oliseh, after a brief battle with Malaria fever. The pain of this loss is deeply felt, as Oliseh shared a heartfelt message expressing the rawness of his grief:

Oliseh, known for his leadership on the pitch as the former captain of Nigeria’s national team, opened up in a rare and poignant moment on X (formerly Twitter).

He reflected on the countless moments he had hoped to share with his brother, moments filled with conversation, laughter, and shared experiences that now will never be.

“I have over a million things that I would wanna talk, laugh, and do with Uche, but sadly I cannot anymore. Damn, Death is a real bitc,” he wrote, conveying the brutal finality of loss and the deep hole it leaves behind.

For a figure often celebrated for his strength and resilience in football, this public outpouring reveals a human side touched by vulnerability and sorrow.

It’s a reminder that behind the glory and fame are personal stories of family, love, and heartbreak. Fans and fellow athletes have been keeping Oliseh in their thoughts as he navigates this difficult time.