AC Milan's forward, Noah Okafor, has spoken to nssmag.com and said the following words:
On art and the parallels with football:
"I'm not the biggest art expert, and I can't boast of extensive knowledge. But I know that many things can have an artistic quality. There are so many parallels between art and football – to paint a picture, you need patience and precision, as well as courage when you want to express something special. Paintings can be impressive, daring, and crazy. They can have something fascinating and captivate you. I like this complexity. For me, art is something that leaves me amazed and makes me look again. Painters, fashion designers, and athletes can all be great artists – each making waves with very different things."
Okafor on former Milan player and legend, Ricardo Kakà:
"Kakà was one who was not just a footballer for me. The way he moved on the field was simply beautiful. His goals were never just goals; each one was a small piece of art. It's a great honour for me to be playing for the same club now."
On the city of Milan:
"I've only been in Milan for a few months, I wouldn't be honest to say I already know the city completely. I'm still not an insider. I think Milan is a city that exudes great energy. It is full of surprises and when I walk through the streets I always discover little hidden places, courtyards where you would not expect to find so much beauty."
Okafor admits he studied the city before arriving to Milan:
"I did some Google searches and got to know Milan. Somewhere I read something that stuck in my mind: Milan is the place where ideas become reality. I like this description. I hope and believe that my ideas can also come to life here."
