Romantic Nigerian Beach Soccer Legend, Abu Azeez Proposes to Girlfriend on His Birthday

Romantic Nigerian Beach Soccer Legend, Abu Azeez Proposes to Girlfriend on His Birthday

Chukwu Ikechukwu
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:03 PM
  • Nigeria beach soccer star, Abu Azeez is set to tie the knot after he romantically proposed to his girlfriend on his birthday
  • Azeez who marked his 28th birthday on Tuesday, May 31st casually walked up to his fiancé, Toyin before kneeling to ask for her hand in marriage
  • Azeez was a member of the Super Sand Eagles team that came in second place at the 2016 Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations in Nigeria

Nigerian footballer, Abu Azeez has shown he is more than just a footballer but also a hopeless romantic as he proposed to his fiancé on his birthday.

The beach soccer icon who turned 28 on Tuesday, May 31st decided to take his relationship with his girlfriend, Toyin to the next level when he proposed to her in his residence.

Nigeria, Beach Soccer, Abu Azeez, Nigeria Football Federation, NPFL
Abu Azeez is the first Nigerian to reach 100 caps for the beach soccer national team, Super Sand Eagles. Photo by Alex Grimm
Source: Getty Images

Azeez was seen walking up to Toyin, before kneeling down to pop the question to an already elated Toyin who could not hide her excitement in front of friends who had witnessed the proposal.

The Nigerian beach soccer icon later took to social media to confirm his engagement to the public with the video of the proposal.

Azeez has netted 129 goals in 79 games for the Super Sand Eagles and he is the only player to score 100 goals or more for the team.

NFF celebrates Azeez on his 28th birthday

Meanwhile, the Nigerian Football Federation felicitated with Super Sand Eagles forward, Abu Azeez when the striker clocked 28 on Tuesday, May 31st.

According to Complete Sports, NFF wished Azeez a happy birthday via their social media handles as they celebrated the beach soccer icon.

Azeez made his debut for Nigeria’s beach soccer team at the 2009 Beach Soccer World Cup in Dubai and has become an integral part of the team.

Nigerian footballer proposes to sweetheart before kick-off

Earlier, Sports Brief reported Akwa United attacking midfielder Seth Mayi made a stunning romantic gesture prior to his side's matchday 15 clash on Sunday, February 28.

The creative midfielder proposed to his girlfriend, Blessing Karimu at the New Jos Stadium just before kick-off.

His charming gesture prior to kick-off was not enough for the reigning Nigerian champions as they were humbled by Plateau United.

Authors
Chukwu Ikechukwu photo
Chukwu Ikechukwu
Chukwu Ikechukwu Godwin is a journalist with over 9 years of experience in the Nigerian media industry. He has worked both in Radio (Today FM, Rhythm FM, Wish FM) and Television (Silverbird TV) as a Sports Analyst..
Tags
NigeriaNigeria Football Federation (NFF)