Taribo West

Quick Facts

Full Name	Taribo West
Occupation	Football Player
Date Of Birth	Mar 26, 1974(1974-03-26)
Age	50
Birthplace	Port Harcourt
Country	Nigeria
Birth City	Rivers State
Horoscope	Aries

Taribo West Biography

Taribo West is one of the most popular and richest Football Player who was born on March 26, 1974 in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.

Born in Port Harcourt, West was discovered by Monday Sinclair, who recruited him to play for Sharks. He started playing professionally with Obanta United in 1989, before returning to Sharks in 1990. West then played for Enugu Rangers in 1991, before joining Julius Berger in 1992.

Following successful trials in early 1993, West joined French side Auxerre led by Guy Roux. He was on the bench during a 2–2 UEFA Cup draw against Tenerife on 15 September 1993, but failed to make his debut. West eventually played his first competitive game for the club in a 0–0 away league draw at Toulouse on 5 March 1994. He became a first team regular in the following season, making 31 appearances in all competitions. In the 1995–96 season, West helped Auxerre win their first league title in the club’s history, alongside such players as Laurent Blanc and Sabri Lamouchi, among others. They also won the national cup, thus collecting the double. West subsequently made seven appearances in the 1996–97 UEFA Champions League, as the club was eliminated in the quarter- finals by the eventual champions Borussia Dortmund.

Taribo West Net Worth

Taribo West is one of the richest Football Player from Nigeria. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Taribo West 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Taribo West (born 26 March 1974) is a Nigerian former professional footballer who played as a defender. He is best remembered for his various unusual and colourful hairstyles.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Taribo West height 1.86 m Tatsuya weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Taribo West Dating?

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In November 2000, West moved to English club Derby County, on an initial three-month loan. He made his debut for the Rams on 18 November 2000, playing the full 90 minutes in a 2–0 home league win over Bradford City. In January 2001, West signed an extension to stay with the Derbyshire side until the end of the 2000–01 season. He helped the team avoid relegation, making 18 appearances, as Derby won 31 out of their 42 total points with him in the lineup. In May 2001, West eventually left the club because his “international commitments”.

Facts & Trivia

Tatsuya Ranked on the list of most popular Football Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Nigeria. Taribo West celebrates birthday on March 26 of every year.

In November 2001, West joined German club 1. FC Kaiserslautern on a free transfer. He made his debut for the team in a 5–1 home league win over St. Pauli on 17 November 2001, starting the match and earning a yellow card in the process, before being substituted in the 81st minute. In April 2002, West was released by the club due to their “total disagreement”. He made a total of 10 league appearances in the 2001–02 season.

Where is Taribo West now?

FORMER footballer Taribo West looks completely unrecognisable as he now works as a PASTOR in Nigeria. The 47-year-old became a bit of a cult hero during his career due to his dyed locks of hair and flamboyant playing style.

Is Taribo West now a pastor?

A devout Christian, West admittedly used charms before games during his professional career as a footballer. He eventually became a pastor after his footballing days. In 2014, West founded a church called “Shelter in the Storm Miracle Ministries of All Nation” in Lagos.

How old is Taribo West now?

48 years (March 26, 1974)

Which state is Taribo West from?

Taribo West was born on March 26th, 1974 in Port Harcourt, Rivers State , Nigeria. He is a retired Nigerian professional footballer and is regarded as perhaps the most successful Nigerian centre-back in history.

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