FC Edmonton's Tomi Ameobi sets sights on larger role with Eddies Photo courtesy NASL.

NASL: April 22, 2015 - FC Edmonton claimed their first victory of the 2015 North American Soccer League (NASL), April 19 against the Fort Lauderdale Strikers, earning a thrilling 3-2 victory at Clarke Field. Scoring the game-winner in his first appearance of the season was second-half substitute Tomi Ameobi, now in his second year with the Eddies.



Ameobi is a name synonymous with professional soccer. His two brothers, Shola and Sammy feature in the English Premier League with Crystal Palace and Newcastle United, respectively. Tomi, the middle child of his three brothers, has his sights set on multiple goals simultaneously during the 2015 season.



In addition to pushing for a starting role in head coach Colin Miller’s Starting XI, the 26-year-old striker is also pursuing a career in law. Ameobi admits the workload can be stressful, but overall is more helpful than a hindrance.



“It takes my mind off football, and I think that’s important,” Ameobi explained. “You need something that will kind of distract you because in the past when I haven’t had anything else to do, all you think about is football, what’s been going on at work, and it sometimes puts you in a bit of a downer. The studying is almost kind of a release.”



While Ameobi has seen a limited role on the pitch so far this season, Miller considers the 6-foot-3 England native to be a leader within the Eddies group.



“Tomi is such a solid person, a fantastic professional, and I’m expecting big things from him this season,” Miller said. “His role within the group is one of a leader, he has a very calming influence in the group. He’s a very intelligent person and has a lot of class. He’s a very humble person, appreciates what he has, and where he is at currently."



Ameobi’s performance Sunday may pave the way for additional minutes as the season progresses. Replacing starting forward Frank Jonke, Ameobi nearly scored in his opening minute on the pitch before heading in the winner with ten minutes remaining. Scoring is something the forward hopes to do more of this season.



“I’ve challenged myself to get more goals this year, that’s the main thing,” Ameobi said. “With the quality in the team this season, there’s a lot of competition for places. You’ve got to be on the top of your game or there’s going to be someone right behind you to take your spot.”



FC Edmonton travels to Ottawa to take on Fury FC in the Amway Canadian Championship on Wednesday, Aprill 22, at TD Place and resume league matches on Sunday, May 3, at Clarke Field. FC Edmonton claimed their first victory of the 2015 North American Soccer League (NASL), April 19 against the Fort Lauderdale Strikers, earning a thrilling 3-2 victory at Clarke Field. Scoring the game-winner in his first appearance of the season was second-half substitute Tomi Ameobi, now in his second year with the Eddies.Ameobi is a name synonymous with professional soccer. His two brothers, Shola and Sammy feature in the English Premier League with Crystal Palace and Newcastle United, respectively. Tomi, the middle child of his three brothers, has his sights set on multiple goals simultaneously during the 2015 season.In addition to pushing for a starting role in head coach Colin Miller’s Starting XI, the 26-year-old striker is also pursuing a career in law. Ameobi admits the workload can be stressful, but overall is more helpful than a hindrance.“It takes my mind off football, and I think that’s important,” Ameobi explained. “You need something that will kind of distract you because in the past when I haven’t had anything else to do, all you think about is football, what’s been going on at work, and it sometimes puts you in a bit of a downer. The studying is almost kind of a release.”While Ameobi has seen a limited role on the pitch so far this season, Miller considers the 6-foot-3 England native to be a leader within the Eddies group.“Tomi is such a solid person, a fantastic professional, and I’m expecting big things from him this season,” Miller said. “His role within the group is one of a leader, he has a very calming influence in the group. He’s a very intelligent person and has a lot of class. He’s a very humble person, appreciates what he has, and where he is at currently."Ameobi’s performance Sunday may pave the way for additional minutes as the season progresses. Replacing starting forward Frank Jonke, Ameobi nearly scored in his opening minute on the pitch before heading in the winner with ten minutes remaining. Scoring is something the forward hopes to do more of this season.“I’ve challenged myself to get more goals this year, that’s the main thing,” Ameobi said. “With the quality in the team this season, there’s a lot of competition for places. You’ve got to be on the top of your game or there’s going to be someone right behind you to take your spot.”FC Edmonton travels to Ottawa to take on Fury FC in the Amway Canadian Championship on Wednesday, Aprill 22, at TD Place and resume league matches on Sunday, May 3, at Clarke Field. post comments



