5 Nigerian Footballers With The Most International Trophies

Over the years, a notable cast of talented Nigerian footballers has played for the Super Eagles, boasting an impressive record with the national team and leading their respective clubs to winning major trophies across various leagues.

It is remarkable to note that Nigerian footballers have always been and are still currently respected among the best in the world.

This article will explore the list of the top five most decorated Nigerian footballers based on total titles and accolades accumulated at both club and international levels.

Nicknamed Papilo, Kanu Nwankwo is unarguably one of Africas greatest ever footballers. He won five league titles, the UEFA Champions League, and is the only Nigerian to have won the CAF Player of the Year award twice, in 1996 and 1999.

With a blistering career that spanned two decades, Kanu played for Nigerian club Iwuanyanwu Nationale and also represented European clubs such as Ajax, Inter Milan, Arsenal, West Bromwich Albion, and Portsmouth.