Arsenal fans come in here! MVV Maastricht forward, Kelechi Nwakali believes that Nigeria has the most Arsenal fans in the world because of one of it’s club legends, Kanu Nwankwo. Do you agree with that assertion?
The Nigeria U-20 captain who recently made Goal.com’s list of the 50 best under-19 talents in the world revealed in an interview how a phone call from his mentor, Kanu inspired his move to London.
“Kanu called me after the U-17 World Cup and said Arsenal wanted me; that the boss Arsene Wenger called him about me, He’s been my mentor, a brother and a friend. He advised me to go and develop and prove who I am. He calls me every day and I get advice from him every time. From a young age I’ve dreamt of playing for Arsenal. I think God made it easy for me because that has been my dream team.”
Kanu Nwankwo Named In 50 World’s Soccer Legends List
Kanu Nwankwo bereaved.
African soccer legend, Kanu Nwankwo is bereaved. The retired Nigerian footballer is mourning the loss of his mother, Mrs. Susan Kanu Iheme who passed on on the 7th of September. He told papilonews.com about the experience.
“The loss of Mama is hard to bear. She is a rock that stood by me and all my siblings. She showed us equal love and affection, and always prayed for each and every one of us. Her support and prayers for me right from the beginning of my playing career till the end were invaluable. Her guidance also went a very long way into moulding me into the man I am today. She taught me to love, and to give. I will miss her, but God knows best.”
Kanu Nwankwo nets hat-trick at Arsenal legends charity match
Arsenal legend, Nwankwo Kanu dazzled the world today after he netted a hat-trick at Arsenal legends charity match held at the Emirates Stadium. The clash which was between the Gunners and Milan Glorie ended 4-2.
The ex Nigeria international had predicted he would score a hat-trick and delivered on his promises for his team. He told Arsenal’s official website after the game: “It’s a special hat-trick. It is always, always good to see the supporters and to entertain them!”
Kanu Nwankwo And Wife Celebrate 12th Wedding Anniversary
African football legend, Kanu Nwankwo and his wife, Amarachi are celebrating their 12th wedding anniversary. The couple who exchanged vows in July 2004 have three beautiful kids together.
“Happy Anniversary mr and Mrs Kanu. May God give us what we ask of and Bless and Guide and Protect and Provide for our Family.. i thank God for my angel and my love and mother of my kids. #family #one love #blessings #positive vibe #good health #happiness” Kanu wrote.
Kanu Nwankwo to host tournament for over 40-year olds
Come March 27,African Football legend, Kanu Nwankwo will host a 7-aside tournament for players from 40 years of age and above. Scheduled to take place at the Nwankwo Kanu Sports Centre in Owerri, the sporting event will run through the Easter holidays.
Adducing reasons for organising the match, the gold medal-winning player said it ” is going to be a tournament to keep 40-years-old football fans fit and healthy. It will create platform for bonding and educate the old ones about health issues and need for continuous exercises.”
Kanu Nwankwo makes world legends list
African soccer legend and former Arsenal player, Nwankwo Kanu has been named in the top 48 legends of football worldwide list. The list which was released by the International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS) also features Pele, Ronaldo da Lima, George Oppong Weah, Roger Milla, Rabah Medjer, Muhammed Aboutrika, Mohmud El-Khatub, Lucas Radebe.
Kelechi Nwakali and Samuel Chukwueze pictured with Wenger and Kanu at Arsenal
Photo Credit: Colin Udoh
For several months, Nigerian wonderkids, Kelechi Nwakali and Samuel Chukwueze have been linked to a move to Arsenal. Going by this picture, which shows them posing with African football legend, Kanu Nwankwo, Arsenal coach, Arsene Wenger and CEO, Ivan Gazidis, seems their move has been finalized. The picture was shared by sports journalist, Colin Udoh this morning. The duo made lasting impressions on the international tournament scene (U-17 World Cup in Chile in 2015.)
Top 10 Richest African Footballers: 3 Nigerians make the cut
3 ex and current Nigeria internationals; Mikel Obi, Kanu Nwankwo and Austin Okocha have been named in the top 10 African Richest Footballers list.
The study was conducted and published by French publication, Footendirect. I really don’t believe Okocha and Kanu are richer than Mikel. What is however difficult to ascertain is if the list was drawn up before or after Kanu’s recent setback.
10 Richest African Footballers
1. Samuel Eto’o/Antalyaspor: $202million
2. Yaya Touré/Manchester City: $170million
3. Didier Drogba/Montreal: $155million
4. Jay-Jay Okocha: $150million
5. Nwankwo Kanu: $100million
6. Michaël Essien/Panathinaïkos: $70million
7. Emmanuel Adebayor/Libre: $57million
8. Obi Mikel/Chelsea: $50million
9. Kolo Touré/Liverpool: $43million
10. Sulley Muntari/Al-Ittihad: $40million
Court orders all Kanu Nwankwo's accounts to be frozen over unpaid loan.
A Lagos court has reportedly ordered all accounts belonging to ex Nigeria international, Nwankwo Kanu and his company, The Hardley Apartments be frozen pending the hearing of suit filed for the recovery of a debt of N924,788,754.56.
The soccer legend and his business partners got the credit facility from Skype Bank between May 2008 and January 2011 to float a hotel business in Victoria Island Lagos but have failed to pay back the loan with its accrued interests.
The presiding judge, Okon Abang in it’s verdict ordered that all the assets of the hotel will be taken up by Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) in the interim.