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Yobo's philanthropy

I felt that in the current climate of arguements over stadium relocation, our lack of new signings et al, the story of how Joey Yobo is putting his hard earned back into his community at home is a refreshingly bright story and deserves a deal of credit.

Too much these days we hear of dodgy dealings of players/ agents and the more unsavoury aspects of football, Yobo's dedication to his project seems to put a few things in perspective regarding our obsession with trivialities. Well done Joey lad.
Chris Lawlor, Sale Posted 19/07/2007 at 10:16:32

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Pat Mustard
1 Posted 19/07/2007 at 11:53:37

Well said - I felt proud when I read the article. We often hear of the gentlemanly side of former players like Labone, T.G.Jones and Dixie Dean. I hope Joe stands up there with the best for all time.

Connor Rohrer
2 Posted 19/07/2007 at 12:20:22

I think the footballers who come from poorer backgrounds are more down to eart. Joseph coming from a poor area in Nigeria understands poverty. He does have a few charities. He also helps kids from the inner city of Liverpool

Dan Walker
3 Posted 19/07/2007 at 13:11:20

I’m sure he gets a few tax breaks as well by donating money to the charity...

Brian Waring
4 Posted 19/07/2007 at 17:54:21

Spot on Pat.Nothing better than to hear of a player giving something,when they don’t have to.Same with big dunc,who done plenty for charity.