Sunday Oliseh hails from Abavo in Ika South Local Government area of Delta State; a renowned Nigerian former professional footballer, football manager, and sports analyst. He is celebrated for his exceptional skills as a defensive midfielder and his contributions to Nigerian football during the 1990s and early 2000s.
Quick Facts About Sunday Oliseh:
- Full Name: Sunday Ogochukwu Oliseh
- Date of Birth: September 14, 1974
- Place of Birth: Abavo, Ika South Local Government Area, Delta State, Nigeria
- Position: Defensive Midfielder
Career Highlights:
Club Career:
- Oliseh played for several top clubs in Europe, including:
- Ajax Amsterdam (Netherlands): Won the Eredivisie and the KNVB Cup.
- Borussia Dortmund (Germany): Won the Bundesliga title.
- Juventus (Italy): Played in Serie A for one season.
- RC Genk (Belgium): Ended his club career here in 2006.
International Career:
- Oliseh was a key member of the Nigerian national team, the Super Eagles.
- Caps: 54 international appearances for Nigeria.
- Notable Achievements:
- Won the 1994 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
- Played in the 1994 and 1998 FIFA World Cups.
- Part of the iconic 1996 Nigerian Olympic team that won gold in Atlanta, often referred to as the “Dream Team.”
- Famous for scoring a spectacular long-range goal against Spain in the 1998 FIFA World Cup.
Coaching Career:
- After retiring as a player, Oliseh ventured into coaching.
- He served as the head coach of the Nigerian national team (Super Eagles) from 2015 to 2016.
- Also managed clubs in Europe, including Fortuna Sittard in the Netherlands, where he achieved promotion to the Eredivisie.
Personal Life:
- Oliseh is known for his intellectual approach to football, having obtained coaching licenses and developed a reputation as a thoughtful analyst of the game.
- He is married with children and has remained a respected voice in African and global football.
Sunday Oliseh is regarded as one of Nigeria’s greatest midfielders and a significant contributor to the country’s footballing legacy.
