Nwankwo Kanu Nigerian Footballer From Owerri
Nwankwo Kanu · association football player · Nigerian
Biography
Nwankwo Kanu, born 1 August 1976 in Owerri, is a Nigerian footballer. He is listed with Nigeria men's national football team (1994–2011) and Portsmouth F.C. (2006–2012) among his teams.
Career
On the field, he is listed as a forward. The earliest team listed is Heartland F.C., from 1992. His 9 listed teams include Nigeria men's national football team, Portsmouth F.C. and Arsenal F.C. The longest stint listed is 17 years with Nigeria men's national football team. At Nigeria men's national football team (1994–2011), his team-mates on record include Mikel John Obi, Ikechukwu Uche and Sone Aluko. Portsmouth F.C. team-mates from the same years include Asmir Begović, Glen Johnson and Jermain Defoe.
Recognition
He has won seven gold medals (between 1993 and 2008). His other honours include four title of honors (1996, 1999 and 2023) and the Officer of the Order of the Niger, Civil Division. In total, he has received 12 awards.
Public roles
His public roles include UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.
Personal life
He has been married to Amara Kanu Nwankwo since 2004.
Teams
9 teams| Years | Team | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1992–1993 | Heartland F.C. | Forward |
| 1993–1996 | AFC Ajax | Forward |
| 1993 | Nigeria national under-17 football team | Forward |
| 1994–2011 | Nigeria men's national football team | Forward |
| 1996–1999 | Inter Milan | Forward |
| 1996 | Nigeria national under-23 football team | Forward |
| 1999–2004 | Arsenal F.C. | Forward |
| 2004–2006 | West Bromwich Albion F.C. | Forward |
| 2006–2012 | Portsmouth F.C. | Forward |
Awards and nominations
12 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | title of honor | Won | |
| 2008 | gold medal | Won | |
| 2004 | gold medal | Won | |
| 2003 | gold medal | Won | |
| 2002 | gold medal | Won | |
| 1999 | title of honor | Won | |
| 1996 | title of honor | Won | |
| 1995 | gold medal | Won | |
| 1993 | gold medal | Won | |
| gold medal | Won | ||
| Officer of the Order of the Niger, Civil Division | Won | ||
| title of honor | Won |
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Frequently asked questions
How old is Nwankwo Kanu?
Nwankwo Kanu is 50 years old, born on 1 August 1976 in Owerri.
What is Nwankwo Kanu known for?
Nwankwo Kanu is a forward who has played for Nigeria men's national football team and Portsmouth F.C..
How tall is Nwankwo Kanu?
Nwankwo Kanu is 197 cm (6 ft 6 in) tall.
What is Nwankwo Kanu’s nationality?
Nwankwo Kanu is Nigerian, born in Owerri.
Who is Nwankwo Kanu married to?
Nwankwo Kanu is married to Amara Kanu Nwankwo; they married in 2004.
Has Nwankwo Kanu won any awards?
Yes. 12 awards are on record, including title of honor (2023).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q599675), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Original: Chensiyuan / Derivative work: Danyele · CC BY-SA 4.0
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