Here is a Nigerian player who was crowned Premier League champions after the club’s title.
Nigeria’s long history of football is full of iconic names, but only a few won the Premier League and reached the peak of British football. With that in mind, we compiled a list of the only Nigerian players who won the Premier League title.
Who is the first Nigerian player to win the Premier League?
Nwankwo Kanu becomes the first Nigerian football player to win Premier League,use arsenal exist 2001/2002 season. Later, he became an iconic part again “Invincible” Team 2003/2004When Arsenal completed the entire league campaign without a single defeat.
Kalu -Asenal (2001/2002, 2003/2004)
Kanu is arguably the most famous Nigerian football player in Premier League history. After Ajax and Inter Milan succeeded in spells, he joined Arsenal in 1999 and quickly became a fan favorite with his talent, creativity and technical talent.
Kanu has made a significant contribution, often turning things around from the bench. He is a member of the 2001/2002 double championship lineup, most notably a member of the historic “Invincible” team in 2003/2004, unbeaten throughout the league season. His hat-trick against Chelsea in 1999 is memorable, and his elegant style of playing continues to inspire young African football players.
John Obi Mikel – Chelsea (2009/2010, 2014/2015)
John Obi Mikel’s time at Chelsea was marked by consistency, loyalty and silverware. Mikel signed in 2006 in a controversial transfer legend involving Manchester United, spending 11 years at Stamford Bridge. Although he was initially an offensive midfielder as a young man, he developed into a solid defensive anchor under José Mourinho and other top managers.
Mikel is a key part of the 2009/10 Premier League side under Carlo Ancelotti, and the club also won the FA Cup.
He once again won his second Premier League title in 2014/15 in Mourinho. Overall, Mikel, along with Chelsea, won all major trophys in the club level, cementing his position as one of Nigeria’s most successful exports.
Victor Moses – Chelsea (2016/2017)
Victor Moses’ Premier League journey is a story of perseverance. After joining Chelsea in 2012, he has been loaned for several seasons at clubs such as Liverpool, Stock City and West Ham, and usually seems to be on the verge of the team.
But Antonio Conte’s arrival in 2016 changed everything. Conte transformed Moses into a defender in his 3-4-3 system, a move that proved Chelsea’s success.
The revelation of Moses becoming the role is played as Chelsea continues to win the Premier League title in the 2016-17 season. His unremitting work rate, offensive running and defensive discipline have made him one of the outstanding players on the campaign.
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