Football is one of the most popular sports in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. It should be said that many Nigerians usually watch European leagues such as the English Premier League and the Spanish first division. This could be one of the major reasons why Nigeria has produced many talented football players over the past fifty years. It should also be said that there are some Nigerian football stars who hold Guinness World Records. Let us carefully identify some of these players....CONTINUE READING THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
1. Harrison Chinedu
He is not an extremely popular name in Nigerian football. However, it is important to point out that Harrison Chinedu currently holds the Guinness World Record for the longest distance traveled on a bicycle with a ball on the head. He has gained a lot of international attention since his record was officially acknowledged by the Guinness World Records.
2. Stephen Keshi
He is one of the most respected personalities in the history of Nigerian football. This is because he played for the Super Eagles of Nigeria during his career as a professional player. He also managed the Nigerian national team after he retired from professional football. Stephen Keshi is one of the few Nigerian football stars who hold Guinness World Records. He still remains the youngest person to win the Africa Cup of Nations as a player and as a coach. He passed on some years ago.
3. Chinonso Eche
It should be said that Chinonso Eche is the youngest Nigerian on this list. He is still a very young boy who dreams of becoming a professional football star. Chinonso Eche was acknowledged by the Guinness World Records after he successfully completed the most consecutive football touches in one minute. It is also important to note the fact that he had another ball on his head. Many Nigerians hope that he would grow into one of the best football stars in the country’s history.