Given Ronaldo's lackluster performance—and the way he looked like he needed an oxygen tank—Robertson had seen enough. He made his move, bringing on Henry to replace the fatigued winger.
Moments later, Shevchenko was also subbed off, making way for Okocha, who was about to mark his official Premier League debut.
Talking about Okocha—it's actually a bit funny.
Naturally, before a player signs for a club, there are several layers of checks and clearances that must be completed. The club itself must first conduct a thorough background screening, followed by fulfilling the Disqualification and Suspension Review requirements. This internal process ensures that the player meets both ethical and sporting standards.
Then, there's the Premier League's own compliance checks—covering eligibility, international clearance, and disciplinary history. Only after all of that can a deal be officially ratified.
Thanks to this, Richard already knew a bit about the Nigerian prodigy.
