West Ham striker Michail Antonio ranks Spurs legend Robbie Keane over Luis Suarez
Michail Antonio is sure to stir up some controversy with his latest take. He declared his admiration for Tottenham Hotspur legend Robbie Keane over the likes of Luis Suarez. Now, Robbie Keane, he’s no stranger to the Spurs faithful, and rightly so. He’s hailed as one of the greatest strikers to ever grace the White Hart Lane pitch, especially in the Premier League era.
Bloody hell. He has left his mark on Tottenham and then some. During his two spells at the club, Keane showcased his exceptional goal-scoring ability, netting a remarkable 122 goals in 306 appearances. He played a pivotal role in Tottenham’s achievements under managers like Martin Jol, Juande Ramos, and Harry Redknapp, including their memorable League Cup triumph in 2008.
Keane’s partnership with the players around him was instrumental in Spurs’ attacking prowess during that period. Let’s also not forget that he was a boss player for the Irish national team as well.
Here is what Antonio had to say in a TikTok video for JD Football:
“Robbie Keane, nine, Luis Suarez, Suarez, he was decent but he’s going to have to go at 10 for me.”
Keane or Suarez?
Sure, Suarez has been one of the best strikers in world football. But when it comes to the intangibles, the stuff that makes a player truly iconic, Keane takes the cake. He wasn’t just a goal machine; he was a leader, a talisman, a hero in the eyes of Spurs fans everywhere. His passion for the club, that’s what sets him apart.
Football is a subjective game, and we’re all entitled to our own views. If Antonio rates Keane above Suarez, fair play to him. But for us Tottenham faithful, Keane holds a special place in our hearts. It’s not just about the goals or the stats; it’s about the memories he’s given us, the moments of pure joy and elation.
While Suarez may be regarded as one of the greatest of his generation from a general football perspective, in the realm of Spurs fandom, Keane reigns supreme. Just like how a bunch of Liverpool fans rate Mohamed Salah over Harry Kane, each one has their own opinion and bias is normal when it comes to our very own clubs.
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While Suarez, undoubtedly is the better player in the eyes of the broader football fanbase due to his impact on all the teams he’s played for, Keane and Kane remain the best for Tottenham fans everywhere around the world.
