Oxford defender Peter Kioso expressed gratitude towards his family after receiving his first international call-up to represent DR Congo. Kioso, who was also eligible to play for the Republic of Ireland, was initially placed on the standby list for the Leopards but was ultimately selected following an injury to Ipswich Town defender Axel Tuanzebe.
Speaking about his call-up, Kioso said, “A lot of hard work has gone into my career, and I obviously have to give credit to God. I’m just happy, and more importantly I need to go there, do what I need to do, and be ready for when I come back as well.”
The football community was left shocked on Wednesday night with the tragic news of former U’s and Sheffield United defender George Baldock being found dead at his home in Greece.