Meet the top 4 African stars who played for Eintracht Frankfurt
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Committing to playing for one international football team is not always easy.
Some African players have dual citizenship and can choose to represent a European powerhouse as well.
Fulham’s Alex Iwobi faced that exact predicament, as he could have represented either Nigeria, the land of his birth, or England, where he has spent most of his life. The 28-year-old moved to the European nation at an early age and rose up the ranks at Arsenal, before moving to Everton and then Fulham.
Meet the top 4 African stars who played for Eintracht Frankfurt
FootballThankfully for Super Eagles fans, the attacking midfielder was convinced by none other than his uncle, Jay-Jay Okocha, to play for the land of his birth.
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As noted by Business Day, one key role played by Okocha was discussing the love and recognition footballers, especially those who played in the English Premier League, received in Nigeria.
Okocha, who made over 70 appearances for the Super Eagles, also turned out in the Premier League for Bolton Wanderers.
With his experience as an international star representing Nigeria, Okocha was the best person to convince Iwobi that the Super Eagles were the best bet.
He also spoke about the pride of donning the green and white jersey.
Iwobi has since made 78 appearances for the national side, as per Transfermarkt, scoring 10 goals for the team.
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FootballHe also featured in every game for Nigeria at the recent Africa Cup of Nations, as the Super Eagles were beaten by hosts Ivory Coast in the final.
Sports Brief also reported how Iwobi entered the record books during Fulham’s win over West Ham.
The midfielder, who provided an assist during the 2-0 victory, equalled an Nwankwo Kanu record.
With his one assist in the game, Iwobi equalled Kanu’s record for most assists by a Nigerian in the EPL.