Brown Ideye

Nigerian footballer, top scorer at UCL

Brown Ideye - Nigerian footballer, top scorer at UCL
Born

October 10th, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Nigeria

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A professional footballer played as a striker. Played for several clubs including the English side West Bromwich Albion and the Ukrainian team Dynamo Kyiv. Achieved success in various leagues and competitions, eventually contributing to his team's triumphs in domestic and international tournaments. Represented Nigeria in international competitions including the FIFA World Cup and the Africa Cup of Nations. Was part of the Nigerian squad that won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2013.

Played in the UEFA Champions League

Scored goals for West Bromwich Albion

Contributed to Nigeria's Africa Cup of Nations victory in 2013

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