All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"]![\"Mohammed](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/moh-salah-1.jpg\")
Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]![\"African](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Sadio.Mane_.Liverpool.TEAMtalk.jpg\")
Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"]![\"aubameyang\"](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pierre-emerick-aubameyang_4939128.jpg\")
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"]![\"African](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Jude-ighalo.jpg\")
Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"]![\"Andre](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Andre-Dede-Ayew-770x433-1.jpg\")
Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"]![\"Riyad](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/skysports-riyad-mahrez-manchester-city_4361188.jpg\")
Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"]![\"African](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/naby.jpg\")
Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]![\"Ziyech](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Hakim-Ziyech.jpg\")
Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]![\"koulibaly](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/koulibaly.jpg\")
Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"]![\"Wilfried](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/wilfried-zaha-crystal-palace-2019-20_mv6cu1i9i7me1026smy25vn6f.jpg\")
Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]![\"\"](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Kansas-City-Chiefs-End-50-Year-Wait-At-Super-Bowl-2020.-Meet-The-Black-Players-In-The-Team-735x490.jpg\")
Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Derrick-Nnadi.jpg\")
\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Emmanuel-Ogbah.jpg\")
\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Alex-Okafor.jpg\")
\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Bashaud-Breeland.jpg\")
\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Tyreek-Hill.jpg\")
\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Tanoh-Kpassagnon.jpg\")
\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]![\"\"](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/benn-735x490.jpg\")
Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]![\"\"](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/sa.jpg\")
Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]![\"\"](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/victor-osimhen.jpg\")
Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nNaby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nPierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nRiyad Mahrez(\u20ac60 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Pierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nCedric Bakambu (\u20ac65 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Riyad Mahrez(\u20ac60 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Pierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nNaby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nPierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nRiyad Mahrez(\u20ac60 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Pierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nCedric Bakambu (\u20ac65 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Riyad Mahrez(\u20ac60 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Pierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nNaby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nPierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nRiyad Mahrez(\u20ac60 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Pierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nCedric Bakambu (\u20ac65 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Riyad Mahrez(\u20ac60 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Pierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
African Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n ![\"\"](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/amadou.jpg\")
Amadou Diawara <\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nCombative, robust, and direct. These are the words that best describe Diawara's style of play. Diawara is obviously a great addition to AS Roma. They acquired his services from Serie A rivals Napoli. He is worth about 20m Euro in the transfer market. However, he will be an easy target for rich clubs across Europe. After signing a 5-year deal just this summer, he might just be looking for a bigger platform to exhibit his talent.\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/semedo.jpg\")
Alfa Semedo <\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nSemedo will be the best buy for top European clubs looking for \u2018a number 6\u2019. With his vision for break up play and his quick release of the ball, Semedo has moved himself top of the pile with the best on the continent. Loaned from Benfica for game time, he is looking to settle at a top side and seal his place in the records of African greats.\n\nIt may seem as if Liverpool will get an early league crowning in the English Premier League (EPL). However, if top contenders like Manchester City, Leicester City, and Chelsea make good use of the transfer market window, they may still be able to cause an upset. Do you know any other rising African star that will make a good addition to this list? Let us know in the comment box below.","post_title":"These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"these-5-rising-african-soccer-stars-are-worth-over-20-million-dollars-each","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 16:26:19","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 16:26:19","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=217699","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":6},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nNaby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nPierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nRiyad Mahrez(\u20ac60 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Pierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nCedric Bakambu (\u20ac65 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Riyad Mahrez(\u20ac60 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Pierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nNaby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nPierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nRiyad Mahrez(\u20ac60 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Pierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nCedric Bakambu (\u20ac65 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Riyad Mahrez(\u20ac60 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Pierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nNaby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nPierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nRiyad Mahrez(\u20ac60 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Pierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\nCedric Bakambu (\u20ac65 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Riyad Mahrez(\u20ac60 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Pierre-Emerick Aubaymeyang (\u20ac56 million)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Naby Keita (\u20ac52.75 million)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\nALSO READ: These 5 Rising African Soccer Stars Are Worth Over 20 Million Dollars Each. Will They Be Transferring In 2020?<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"] Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"] Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\nALSO READ: 10 Best African National Football Teams In The Last Decade<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"] Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"] Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"] Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\nALSO READ: List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"] Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nALSO READ: This Tanzanian Woman's Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It's Amazing<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\"We kept believing. That's what we did all postseason. I felt like if we were down by 10, we weren't playing our best football. The guys really stepped up. They believed in me. I was making a lot of mistakes out there early. We found a way to win it in the end. We never give up. I think those guys, the leaders that we have on this team, they have that mindset that we never give up and we're going to fight until the end. Thank you, Kansas City. We did it, baby!\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Chiefs\/status\/1224171708061487104\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
African Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\nDerrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nALSO READ: Which Of These 3 African Teams Stands The Best Chance To Win The FIFA Women's World Cup<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nALSO READ: Why Africans Need To Worry About The Wuhan Coronavirus<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n\u201cWhen did I know he was going to be special? His first throw, his rookie year in training camp, I knew he was going to be special. Came out, threw the ball like eighty yards. I was like, OK, I\u2019m a fast guy so ama be able to do something with that. I like that.\u201d<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/5IpncKWafcA\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nALSO READ: Top 20 African Soccer Players To Watch In 2019<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n
Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n ALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n ALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n ALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n ALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\n ALSO READ: Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n All eyes will now be on the young Nigerian player when the new Serie A season commences. The expectation will be for him to surpass his previous achievements, create new records, and break more records. For a lad who hawked bottled water in the Lagos traffic, Victor Osimhen's story will definitely reverberate for a long time. Surely, anything is possible if you put your heart to it. Now tell us, what is your passion, and what do you think is holding you back? Share your thoughts in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"From A Hawker In Nigeria To Africa's Most Expensive Player: The Story Of Victor Osimhen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"victor-osimhen-escapes-hawking-in-nigeria","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-22 07:40:41","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=261126","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":251453,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_date_gmt":"2020-07-17 13:30:34","post_content":"\n\nSoccer is one of the sports that can make a player a millionaire in the blink of an eye. Professional soccer players from the start of their youth earn staggering wages. An average professional African soccer player makes more money than a top earner in some sectors. Some African soccer players earn huge wages that will make you gape in awe. The list is of players with fat wages is a long one. However, in this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 wealthiest African soccer players that are currently playing football.\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"]
Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]
Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"]
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"]
Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"]
Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"]
Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"]
Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]
Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]
Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"]
Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\n
Derrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n
\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n
\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n
\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n
\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n
\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n
\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]
Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]
Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]
Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"]
Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]
Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"]
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"]
Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"]
Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"]
Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"]
Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]
Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]
Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"]
Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\n
Derrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n
\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n
\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n
\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n
\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n
\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n
\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]
Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]
Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]
Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"]
Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]
Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"]
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"]
Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"]
Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"]
Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"]
Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]
Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]
Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"]
Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\n
Derrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n
\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n
\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n
\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n
\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n
\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n
\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]
Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]
Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]
Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"]
Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]
Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"]
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"]
Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"]
Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"]
Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"]
Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]
Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]
Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"]
Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\n
Derrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n
\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n
\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n
\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n
\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n
\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n
\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]
Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]
Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]
Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Mohammed Salah (Egypt)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251455\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"]
Mohammed Salah<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSalah is one of the most respected players in the present era of soccer. He is often tag 'Pharaoh' meaning Egyptian king. The Egyptian has won many individual and collective awards such as UEFA champions league, super cup, premier league player of the month, PFA player of the year, and two times EPL golden boot. His style of play is phenomenal, involving pace, finishing, and off-ball movements abilities. Salah is just 28 years and receives $16.1m per annum in Liverpool. Also, he has endorsements from popular brands like Vodafone, Pepsi, etc. Salah's estimated worth in the year 2020 according to Forbes<\/a> is $70m making him the richest African player still playing soccer.\n2. Sadio Mane (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251342\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]
Sadio Mane<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nSenegalese star, 2019 CAF player award winner, and Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane is a very versatile soccer player. His dribbling skills, agility, and pace is second to none. Sadio Mane ranked the 4th best player in the world in 2019 after winning the Champions League that same year. The 28 years old Liverpool star earns a staggering $14.4 million per annum. Mane is worth $20 million making him the third richest African soccer player.\n3. Pierre-Emerick Aubamenyang (Gabon)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251344\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"768\"]
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe 2019 EPL golden boot winner Aubameyang is Arsenal's top earner as well as top-scorer since he joined in 2017. Aubamenyang is one of the deadliest strikers in the present world of football for pace, finishing, and off-ball movements. Also, he has won numerous awards such as premier league golden boot, premier league player of the month, and African player of the year. The Gabonese superstar earns \u00a3200,000 weekly. Aubameyang ranks among the African top ten richest players for his staggering $20 million estimated worth.\n\n\n4. Odion Ighalo (Nigeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251343\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"]
Odion Ighalo<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe fourth on our list of top 10 African richest soccer players is Nigeria's Odion Ighalo. He is famous for his agility, strength, and poaching. The 31 years forward won the golden boot in the 2019 CAF African cup with four goals. Odion Ighalo has played for clubs such as Udinese, Granada, Watford, Changchun Yatai, Shanghai Shenhua, and he is currently on loan to Manchester United. However, of all the clubs he had played for, he was most phenomenal at Watford in the premier league, scoring 39 goals in 99 appearances. Ighalo Odion estimated net worth is $20 million.\n5. Andre Dede Ayew (Ghana)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_252609\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"770\"]
Andre Dede Ayew<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nGhanaian living football legend, Andre Dede Ayew, was born in 1989 in Seclin, France. He began his football career at age 14 in a Ghana League club Nania. Football runs in the blood of the Ayews as his father was a three times African footballer of the year, and his two brothers are also professional footballers. Andre has won numerous individual and collective trophies. In 2001, he was named the BBC African Footballer of the year and Ghanaian Footballer of the Year. He won Trophee des Champions and Coupe de la Ligues with Marseille. Ayew currently plays for Swansea City for $4.23m per annum. His worth is estimated to be $15m making him rank the fifth on the list of the top 10 richest current African soccer players.\n6. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251338\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"800\"]
Riyad Mahrez<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nManchester City winger Riyad Mahrez is one of the finest players in the present world of football. He's one of the Africans with a long list of both individual and joint honor such as PFA player of the year, premier league player of the month, CAF African player of the year, Premier League, Confederations cup, FA cup, Community shield, and lots more. Mahrez is famous for his dribbling ability, pace, and free-kick skill. The 29 years old Algerian earns $7.77m per annum at Manchester City. Riyad Mahrez, according to Forbes, has an estimated worth of $8 million, making him rank sixth on our list.\n7. Naby Keita (Guinea)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251337\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1024\"]
Naby Keita<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe seventh richest current African soccer player is Liverpool\u2019s UEFA champion league winner Naby Keita. The 25 years old Guinean footballer is earning $7.77m in Liverpool. Although Naby is not one of Liverpool's starting IX, he is still a gem that Liverpool can not afford to lose. According to Forbes, Nabi Keita has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n\n\n8. Hakim Ziyech (Morocco)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251335\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]
Hakim Ziyech<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nOne of the sensational young lads that saw Ajax to the semi-final in the 2019 UEFA champion league is Hakim Ziyech. Hakim is a fine player respected for his dribbling skills, pace, finishing, shots, and off-ball movements. Hakim Ziyech, a Moroccan superstar is just 27 years and earns $5.14m per annum at his current club Chelsea FC. However, the Moroccan has an estimated worth of $7 million.\n9. Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251529\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1908\"]
Kalidou Koulibaly<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKoulibaly is one of the most respected African players in the present world of football. He is a key figure in Napoli\u2019s defense as well as one of the best defenders in football. The 29 years old Senegal captain earns \u20ac125,000 per week at Napoli. Koulibaly<\/a> has an estimated net worth of $5 million, making him rank the 9th richest current African soccer player.\n10. Wilfried Zaha (Ivory Coast)<\/h2>\n[caption id=\"attachment_251339\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"]
Wilfried Zaha<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nThe EPL Crystal Palace living legend is tenth on our list of top 10 richest current African soccer players. He has an estimated worth of $4 million. Zaha<\/a> is known for his agility, dribbling skills, and on-ball pace. With an annum earning of $7.6m, he is the top earner in Crystal Palace's team.\n\nAfrican soccer players are real gems in the present world of soccer. Some of them have become the backbone of their teams. They are spectacular in their style of play. Their fat paycheck is simply a reward for hard work. Did any of the names on our list surprise you? Let us know in the comment box below. ","post_title":"Top 10 Richest Current African Soccer Players","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"top-richest-current-african-soccer-players","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_modified_gmt":"2024-09-16 21:56:04","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=251453","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":219250,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-11 17:08:37","post_content":"\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_219254\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"] Patrick Mahomes celebrates with Kansas City Chiefs teammates after Super Bowl win<\/em>[\/caption]\n\nKansas City Chiefs had to wait for 50 years to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy. However, they did so in a dramatic fashion. The Chiefs had to overcome a 10-point deficit to stun San Francisco 49ers 31-20. Consequently, the Chiefs are the first team in the history of the NFL to win three games after trailing by 10 points or more in a single postseason. Interestingly, the Chiefs have a number of African players to thank for this.\n\nLeading the Kansas City Chiefs is 24-year-old Patrick Mahomes. Last year, at the age of 23, he was the league\u2019s MVP. Now he adds Super Bowl MVP<\/a> to his cap. At 24 years and 138 days old, Mahomes is now the youngest quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP. He is also the second youngest to win the Super Bowl. The youngest was Roethlisberger at 23. Also, Mahomes is the third African-American quarterback to win a Super Bowl. Speaking after the win Mahomes said,\nAfrican Players that Contributed to Kansas City Chiefs\u2019 Success<\/h2>\nRacial diversity is one of the unique features of the Kansas City Chiefs team. Perhaps, that is their secret ingredient to success. Patrick Mahomes may be in the spotlight but there are many more players of African descent that deserve recognition too. We profiled all the players and you won\u2019t believe what we found. Let\u2019s meet them.\n\n\n
Derrick Nnadi<\/h3>\n
\n\nNnadi is of Nigerian descent and plays defensive tackle for Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs signed him on a four-year deal on June 15, 2018, for $3.74 million. He recorded his first career interception in week 11 of the 2019 season. The Chiefs went on to win the game against Los Angeles Chargers by 24\u201417. While others partied after the Super Bowl win, Nnadi\u2019s way of celebration was by paying for all dog adoption fees<\/a> at the Kansas City dog shelter. Consequently, families can take dogs home for free. Speaking to CNN he said,\n\n\"All my life, I always wanted a dog. When I first got him, he was very timid. It made me think of how other animals, whether they're owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.\"<\/em>\n\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/DerrickNnadi\/status\/1224342706526310400\nEmmanuel Ogbah<\/h3>\n
\n\nBorn in Lagos, Nigeria but moved to Houston Texas at nine. Ogbah plays at the defensive end for Kansas City Chiefs. However, he was traded to the Chiefs on April 1, 2019, in exchange for Eric Murray. Against Baltimore Ravens in week 3, Ogbah sacked Lamar Jackson 1.5 times. They went ahead to win by 33\u201428. However, a torn pectoral ruled him out of the season.\nAlex Okafor<\/h3>\n
\n\nAs a junior, Okafor earned All-American honors. Although born in Dallas, Texas, Okafor is of Nigerian descent. He signed a three-year deal with Kansas City Chiefs on March 14, 2019, and plays defensive end. The deal was worth $18 million. Against Denver Broncos in week 7, Okafor sacked Joe Flacco twice. They later won by 30\u20146. However, a torn pectoral in Week 15 ruled him out of the rest of the season.\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU\nBashaud Breeland<\/h3>\n
\n\nBreeland is also an African American and plays cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Growing up he played both football and basketball. He signed a yearlong contract with the Chiefs on March 18, 2019. He was also impressive at the Super Bowl LIV 2020, recording 7 tackles and intercepted a pass heading to Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 2019 season, Breeland had a total of 37 tackles and 2 interceptions.\nTyreek Hill<\/h3>\n
\n\nTyreek Hill is another African-American that was impressive at Super Bowl LIV 2020. He used to be a return specialist but gradually transitioned to a wide receiver. He caught 9 passes for 105 yards including a 44-yard catch. In a response to a question about Mahomes at a press conference Hill said,\nTanoh Kpassagnon<\/h3>\n
\n\nWe still have trouble pronouncing his name. Tanoh Kpassagnon has Ivorian and Ugandan parents. At Kansas City Chiefs, he plays defensive end. On January 19, 2020, Kpassagnon sacked Ryan Tannehill twice during the game with Tennessee Titans. They eventually won the game by 35\u201424. On his Super Bowl, Kpassagnon recorded two tackles. Before the Super Bowl, he said,\n\n\n\n\u201cYou can tell everyone has a good energy and we are just excited to play this game. We were ready last Sunday honestly. But like Coach Reid would say, keep it cool, calm, even keel, until you are ready to hit \u2019em and boom, yeah.\u201d<\/em>\n\nThere are a few other black players in the team who are not on our list. However, do you think the Chiefs were just lucky this time or they really deserved it? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.","post_title":"Kansas City Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Wait. Meet The African Players That Made It Happen","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"kansas-city-chiefs-end-50-year-wait-at-super-bowl-liv-meet-the-black-players-in-the-team","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 21:40:00","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=219250","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":217699,"post_author":"4685","post_date":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 21:56:40","post_content":"\n\nWinter is here, summer awaits. The movement of players from one club to another is both thrilling and emotional. As clubs look to bolster their ranks with the perfect acquisitions, we present some of the young African players to watch. These young players are worth a fortune in the transfer market. Inasmuch as they are shining stars, their clubs may be willing to let them go for the right price. Enough of the chit chat, here are the promising soccer stars from Africa on our list.\nIsmael Bennacer<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 22\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 1, 1997\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Arles, France\nNationality:<\/strong> Algerian\nPosition:<\/strong> Midfielder \u2013 Defensive Midfielder\nFoot:<\/strong> Left\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> AC Milan\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 20 Million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217700\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]
Ismael Bennacer<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nCurrently, on a 5 year deal with AC Milan which earns him 1.5m Euro per-annum, Bennacer is a sensation to watch on the pitch. He\u2019s played 13 out of 18 league games in the 2019\/2020 season. Also, the 21-year-old has already represented his nation 21 times and played an integral role in ending the nation's 29-year wait for the AFCON in 2019. He was voted the \u2018Best Young Player\u2019 and \u2018Best Player\u2019 of the tournament. As the transfer market opens, Bennacer would be a decent buy for clubs looking to strengthen the middle of the park.\nAchraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Nov 4, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Madrid, Spain<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Moroccan<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Defender \u2013 Right Back<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Borrusia Dortmund<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 45 million Euro<\/em>\n\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217703\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]
Achraf Hakimi<\/strong><\/em>[\/caption]\n\nMay not be a realistic target this transfer market for clubs looking for immediate recruits as his parent club, Real Madrid, might not be looking to sell. Hakimi can play at left\/right back and sometimes operates as a winger. In 2017 Hakimi graduated from the famous Madrid Castilla before being shipped out on loan to Germany. He is currently on loan to Borussia Dortmund. The right amount might tempt Madrid to let go.\nVictor Osimhen<\/strong><\/h2>\nAge:<\/strong> 21<\/em>\nDate of birth:<\/strong> Dec 29, 1998<\/em>\nPlace of birth:<\/strong> Lagos, Nigeria<\/em>\nNationality:<\/strong> Nigerian<\/em>\nPosition:<\/strong> Forward \u2013 Center Forward<\/em>\nFoot:<\/strong> Right<\/em>\nCurrent Club:<\/strong> Lille<\/em>\nMarket Value:<\/strong> 30 million Euro<\/em>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_217705\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"735\"]
Victor James Osimhen<\/em><\/strong>[\/caption]\n\nHas a total of 10 goals in 20 Ligue 1 fixtures. He is obviously one of the best youth players on the continent. The fearless and hardworking striker is already enjoying comparison with Samuel E\u2019too. He won the 'Golden Boot' and the \u2018Silver Ball\u2019 in 2015. Although this is his breakthrough season with the Ligue 1 giants, Victor might still be available in this transfer market. Surely, with his ability, he would be a steal for any club. However, Osimhen once mentioned<\/a> he would prefer Bundesliga to any other league.\n