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Dickson Paul Etuhu (born 8 June 1982) is a Nigerian former professional footballer who played as a defensive midfielder. He played in the Premier League for Manchester City, Sunderland and Fulham, as well as in the Football League for Preston North End, Norwich City and Blackburn Rovers. He spent the final two years of his career playing in Sweden with AIK and IFK Rössjöholm. He was capped 19 times by Nigeria between 2007 and 2011. In November 2019 he was found guilty of match fixing by a Swedish court, and said he would appeal. Both Defence and Prosecution said they would appeal the sentence. In June 2020, Etuhu was handed a five-year ban from football in Sweden.

Quick facts about Dickson Etuhu

  • Full name: Dickson Etuhu
  • Born: 1982-06-08
  • Nationality: Nigeria
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q310660

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Who is Dickson Etuhu?

Dickson Paul Etuhu (born 8 June 1982) is a Nigerian former professional footballer who played as a defensive midfielder. He played in the Premier League for Manchester City, Sunderland and Fulham, as well as in the Football League for Preston North End, Norwich City and Blackburn Rovers.

What nationality is Dickson Etuhu?

Dickson Etuhu is Nigeria.

When was Dickson Etuhu born?

Dickson Etuhu was born on 1982-06-08.

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