Jay-Jay Okocha: Biography, Facts and Career
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Augustine Azuka "Jay-Jay" Okocha ( ə-KOTCH-ə; born 14 August 1973) is a Nigerian former professional footballer who played as an attacking midfielder. He had 73 caps for the Nigeria national team between 1993 and 2006, scoring 14 goals, and was a member of three FIFA World Cup squads. He is regarded as one of the greatest African footballers of all time and one of the most influential dribblers in world football history. He played across multiple leagues, starting his career at Enugu Rangers in the Nigerian Professional Football League before moving to Borussia Neunkirchen in the Oberliga Südwest, Germany's third division, in July 1990. He played in the Bundesliga, Süper Lig, Ligue 1, Premier League, EFL Championship, and Qatar Stars League before his retirement in 2008.
Quick facts about Jay-Jay Okocha
- Full name: Jay-Jay Okocha
- Born: 1973-08-14
- Nationality: Nigeria
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q605817
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Who is Jay-Jay Okocha?
Augustine Azuka "Jay-Jay" Okocha ( ə-KOTCH-ə; born 14 August 1973) is a Nigerian former professional footballer who played as an attacking midfielder.
What nationality is Jay-Jay Okocha?
Jay-Jay Okocha is Nigeria.
When was Jay-Jay Okocha born?
Jay-Jay Okocha was born on 1973-08-14.
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