Gavin Bazunu's Social Media Popularity Skyrockets After Boycotting Match
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- Goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu's social media followers nearly doubled after boycotting a match.
- His boycott post received over 28,900 shares, a massive increase from previous posts.
- The surge in popularity could earn him an additional $600-$1,200 per post.
- Bazunu is expected to rejoin the Irish squad for their next game.
Gavin Bazunu, a prominent goalkeeper for Bolton and the Irish national team, saw a dramatic surge in his social media following after choosing to boycott a recent match against Israel. The game, which Ireland lost 3-0, did not feature Bazunu, who opted out despite being slated to be the third-choice goalkeeper. His decision to skip the match and post about his intentions led to an explosion in his online presence. Bazunu's follower count on social media nearly doubled overnight, jumping from 75,500 to 135,700. The specific post detailing his boycott was shared over 28,900 times, a stark contrast to previous posts which garnered only hundreds of shares. This increase in engagement is estimated to translate into a significant financial gain, potentially earning him an additional $600 to $1,200 per post. Bazunu is currently under contract with Bolton until 2029. Despite this symbolic boycott, he is expected to rejoin the squad and maintain his role as the third-string goalkeeper for the upcoming match against Austria.
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