Most Handsome Nigerian Footballers – See The Top 10

The whole idea of this top 10 most handsome Nigerian footballers is not to pitch anyone against the other.

When you watch these guys play on TV, there’s a way they beautify your screen because they are good looking – unlike some ugly players (I didn’t mention names o).

Funny enough, most of the Super Eagles players in this article are the dual citizens who switched allegiance to play for Nigeria.

However, a couple of Naija born players did make the list.

Let’s take a look at them all.

Most Handsome Nigerian Footballers

10. OLUWASEMILOGO ADESEWO IBIDAPO AJAYI

Born November 9, 1993, Ajayi currently plays for premier league side West Bromwich Albion. Ajayi makes our list of the most handsome Nigerian footballers, and deservedly so. With his finely carved face and tall stature, he is no doubt the dream of many women.

9. JOSEPH ARIBO

The 24-year-old London-born Nigerian is one of the handsome men in the Super-Eagles squad. Standing a little over 6ft, Joseph no doubt fits into the TDH category. He currently plies his trade with Scottish side Rangers F.C.

8. VICTOR OSIMHEN

Born in Lagos, December 29, 1998, The energetic footballer is widely known for his composed and relaxed finishing in front of Goal. Another thing he is also known for is his looks. The Napoli superstar has the looks and style and is undoubtedly one of Super Eagle’s most handsome men.

7. CHIDOZIE AWAZIEMM

One of the tallest members of the Super Eagle’s squad at 6 ft 4 inches, Chidozie is one of the most blessed Nigerian footballers in both looks and playing of the game. He currently plays for Boavista on a loan spell.

6. TYRONNE EBUEHI

Born to a Nigerian father and Dutch mother, the 25-year-old light-skinned footballer makes our list with his great looks. With a lean physique that stands at 6 ft, 2 in, Ebuehi possesses the charm to command a second glance of admiration. He made his debut for Nigeria in a friendly 3-0 win against Togo on June 1, 2017, and currently plays for Dutch side Twente on loan from Benfica.

5. CYRIEL KOLAWOLE DESSERS

Born December 8, 1994, to a Belgian father and Nigerian mother, Dessers is undoubtedly among the most handsome chaps in the Super Eagle’s squad. He played as a forward for Genk and was Born in Belgium.

4. ALEX IWOBI

This name right here is undoubtedly the biggest in the Super Eagles’ squad currently. A cousin of ex-Eagles star Austin jay-jay Okocha, Iwobi rode on that fame into football’s biggest stage and has continued to prove his class since then. However, when it comes to looks, Iwobi does not need any influence as his handsome face, and cute smile does the job for him. He is no doubt one of the most handsome footballers to wear the Eagle’s shirt. He currently plays for Everton, and no doubt has a great future being just 22.

3. LEON BALOGUN

Leon Balogun was born to a German mother and Nigerian father.   With his physique and charming looks, The fair-skinned defender is undoubtedly one of Nigeria’s most handsome footballers. He currently plays for Rangers F.C

2. WILLIAM TROOST-EKONG

Good looks came easy for the Udinese defender. With a face that would qualify for modelling, the father of one deserves no spot lesser than this. As a centre-back, he has consistently featured alongside Balogun at the heart of the super Eagle’s defence.

1. MADUKA EMILIO OKOYE

He is not only one of the most handsome but actually the number one on our list. And we are sure there will be little argument about that. Currently Twenty-one years of age, this dashing young goalkeeper debuted against brazil in a 2019 friendly match. He currently plays for Sparta Rotterdam, and we are sure we will be seeing more of him in the Eagle’s shirt.

There’s no doubt some of you may not agree with my list of most handsome Nigerian footballers and think otherwise, you can go ahead and list yours. And if it’s the order in which they are arranged that you disagree with, kindly reorder them in the comment box.      

GoalBall.