My Ultimate Aim Is To Improve, Enjoy Myself On Pitch – Oscar Maritu

DR Congo football prodigy, Maritu Taty Oscar, has disclosed that his ultimate aim as a young footballer is to get better in the game and enjoy himself on the field of play

Maritu’s spectacular performances for his Chinese club has generated interest from some clubs in Europe’s top leagues.

The 24-year-old forward, who currently plays for Chinese Super League side, Cangzhou Mighty Lions FC, in a chat with newsmen disclosed that his football journey started from the streets.

“As a kid, I loved playing street football like most Congolese kids, and I became passionate about it to the point that I couldn’t do anything else other than playing football.

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“I never really planned if I was going to make a career out of it or not, all I thought about was just football and whatever it brings and I’m grateful for what it has brought me and what it will bring in the future,” he said.

Maritu added that his decision to play the forward position stems from his skill set.

“There are skills based on your role, I possess the ability to score goals and give it to my teammates with good passing.”

On having a role model in football, Maritu said he enjoyed watching Cristiano Ronaldo because of the joy he brings to the game and his determination over the years, but he also enjoys watching other players.

The talented Congolese youngster has his sights set on playing in one of the top Elite leagues in Europe in the near future.

Maritu has had a good start to his career in China, having started most of Cangzhou Mighty lions games so far