Joseph Yobo

Nigerian footballer and captain

Joseph Yobo - Nigerian footballer and captain
Born

September 6th, 1980
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Nigeria

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A retired footballer, played as a defender. Started professional career at Marseille, later joined the English Premier League team Everton, where contributions included over 200 appearances. Captained the Nigerian national team, earning over 100 caps. Participated in multiple Africa Cup of Nations tournaments, helping secure the trophy in 2013. Represented Nigeria in three FIFA World Cup competitions from 2002 to 2014.

Captained Nigeria to victory in the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations

Played for Everton in over 200 Premier League matches

Represented Nigeria in three FIFA World Cups

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