The Okochas, Kanus and other brothers who have played for Super Eagles

The Okochas, Kanus and other brothers who have played for Super Eagles

Hassan Abdulsalam 17:35 - 16.07.2024

Here are exceptional brothers who have represented the Super Eagles.

Nigerian football boasts a rich history of remarkable contributions of several talented brothers.

Let's celebrate some of these dynamic duos who donned the green and white jersey with pride:

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The Uche Brothers: A Force to be Reckoned with

Ikechukwu and Kalu Uche: Arguably the most decorated pair of siblings, the brothers dazzled fans and secured regular spots on the Super Eagles squad.

Ikechukwu Uche with Ahmed Musa

Kalu: Known for his impressive debut goal in an African Nations Cup qualifier, amassed 37 appearances and 6 goals for Nigeria.

Ikechukwu: Following in his brother's footsteps, Ikechukwu made his debut four years later and went on to play 49 times, contributing 19 goals. Notably, he was part of the victorious 2013 AFCON squad.

A Shared Spanish Journey: Both brothers spent a significant portion of their club careers playing in Spain.

Kanu Brothers: Contrasting Destinies

Nwankwo Kanu (Papilo): A household name not just in Nigeria but across Europe, Papilo is one of Nigeria's most decorated footballers.

Kanu won the Olympic gold medal with Nigeria in 1996

Boasting a trophy cabinet overflowing with Champions League, Premier League, FA Cup, and Eredivisie titles, his impact is undeniable.

He also secured the African Footballer of the Year award twice (1996 & 1999) and played a pivotal role in Nigeria's 1996 Olympic gold medal win.

Christopher Kanu: While Nwankwo's achievements are legendary, Christopher's international career remained relatively short-lived. He managed just three appearances for the Super Eagles.

The Okocha Brothers: Entertainment and Skill

Austin "Jay-Jay" Okocha: Arguably Nigeria's most entertaining footballer, Jay-Jay mesmerised fans with his dazzling skills and goal-scoring prowess.

A decorated player, who played for PSG, Frankfurt, Bolton, and Fenerbahce, Okocha left his mark on the international scene as well.

Debuting in 1993, he played a key role in Nigeria's 1994 AFCON victory and the 1996 Olympic gold medal win, making 73 appearances and scoring 14 goals for the Super Eagles.

Jay Jay Okocha playing for Super Eagles || Imago

Emmanuel Okocha: Though not achieving the same level of fame as his brother, Emmanuel also represented Nigeria, featuring seven times and scoring once.

Utaka Brothers: Speed and Sibling Solidarity

John Utaka: Renowned for his blistering pace, John carved a successful club career playing for teams like RC Lens, Rennes, Portsmouth, and Montpellier.

He debuted for the Super Eagles in 2002 and went on to make 43 appearances, scoring six goals. Notably, he represented Nigeria at the 2002 and 2010 World Cups.

Peter Utaka: Driven by the dream of playing alongside his brother, Peter chose to represent Nigeria over Belgium. He featured seven times for the Super Eagles.

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