Kanu Nwankwo
- January 8, 2024
- Soccer Player
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Kanu Nwankwo |
| Occupation | Soccer Player |
| Date Of Birth | Aug 1, 1976(1976-08-01) |
| Age | 48 |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Horoscope | Leo |
Kanu Nwankwo Biography
| Name | Kanu Nwankwo |
| Birthday | Aug 1 |
| Birth Year | 1976 |
| Birth Country | Nigeria |
| Birth Sign | Leo |
| Parents | Susan Kanu Iheme |
| Siblings | Christopher Kanu, Anderson "Anders" Gabolalmo Kanu, Henry Isaac |
| Spouse | Amarachi Kanu |
| Children(s) | Pinky Amarachi Kanu, Sean Chukwudi Kanu, Iyang Onyekachi Kanu |
Kanu Nwankwo is one of the most popular and richest Soccer Player who was born on August 1, 1976 in Nigeria. Forward who rose to the spotlight for his career at club has played internationally, playing his time with Arsenal F.C. from 1999 to 2004. Between 1999 and 2004, he was named between 1999 and 2004. He was African Footballer of the Year between 1996 and 1999.
He as well as He and Danny Shittu played for Nigeria’s national team at the 2010 World Cup. played for Nigeria’s national side at the World Cup in 2010. World Cup.
He got married to his wife, Amarachi Kanu, in the year 2004.
Kanu Nwankwo Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Soccer Player |
| House | Living in own house. |
Kanu Nwankwo is one of the richest Soccer Player from Nigeria. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Kanu Nwankwo 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He made his professional debut in 1992, playing for Iwuanyanwu Nationale.
He was awarded the BBC Africa footballer of the Year in 1997 as well as 1999. He has been named an International Federation of Football History & Statistics (IFFHS) Legend.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
| Height | 6 ft 6 in |
Kanu Nwankwo height 6 ft 6 in Kanu weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
Who is Kanu Nwankwo Dating?
According to our records, Kanu Nwankwo married to Amarachi Kanu. As of December 1, 2023, Kanu Nwankwo’s is not dating anyone.
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Facts & Trivia
Kanu Ranked on the list of most popular Soccer Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Nigeria. Kanu Nwankwo celebrates birthday on August 1 of every year.
Who is the most decorated Nigerian footballer?
- Nwankwo Kanu OON (born 1 August 1976) is a Nigerian former professional footballer who played as a forward. …
- Kanu won a UEFA Champions League medal, a UEFA Cup medal, three FA Cup medals and two African Player of the Year awards amongst others.
Where is Kanu Nwankwo now?
Although Kanu retired several years ago, he is still actively shaping the Nigerian and African football scene through the football academy and football team. In addition, the Nigerian philanthropist is also quite active in saving the lives of children with congenital heart defects through the Kanu Heart Foundation.
How old is Nwankwo?
45 years (August 1, 1976)
Is Kanu Nwankwo from Anambra State?
Nwankwo Kanu was born on the 1st day of August 1976 in Owerri, Imo, Nigeria. His surname, Nwankwo, means ‘Child born on Nkwo market day’ in the Igbo language. He was born to Mrs Susan, his mother and father, Mr Iheme Kanu, who is a native of Okija in Ihiala LGA of Anambra State, Nigeria.
How many Nigeria players have won the Champions League?
Nwankwo Kanu and Obafemi Martins are the star performers in terms of appearances and goals, with Kanu also one of three Nigerian players who have won the UEFA Champions League.