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Crystal Palace Star Eberechi Eze Celebrates Nigerian Igbo Roots with Traditional Wedding in London.
Crystal Palace midfielder and England international Eberechi Eze honored his Nigerian Igbo heritage in a vibrant traditional wedding ceremony held in London.
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The event, which coincided with Biafra Heroes Day—a significant date for the Igbo community—marked a heartfelt celebration of culture, love, and identity for the footballer.
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Eze, born in Greenwich, Greater London, on June 29, 1998, to Igbo Nigerian parents from Mbaise, Imo State, has always maintained a deep connection to his roots despite his decision to represent England internationally.
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As a player of Nigerian descent, Eze had the opportunity to play for the Super Eagles, Nigeria’s national football team, and even trained with them at one point.
Eberechi Eze has Igbo wedding
In 2019, Nigeria Football Federation president Amaju Pinnick met with Eze to persuade him to switch allegiance, and coach Gernot Rohr maintained regular contact with the young star.
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However, Eze ultimately opted to play for England, where he made his senior debut in 2023 and later represented the Three Lions at UEFA Euro 2024.
This connection to his heritage was beautifully showcased during his traditional wedding to his longtime partner, Izuthe Mulatto, whom he legally married in the UK on May 27, 2022.
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The couple, who have been together since their secondary school days and went public with their relationship in 2019, chose to celebrate their union with an Igbo ceremony that highlighted the rich customs of Eze’s heritage.
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The wedding was a stunning display of Igbo tradition, with Eze donning the iconic Isiagu top—a traditional Igbo garment/
Photos from the event captured the essence of Igbo communal traditions, with elders dressed in traditional attire, including white garments with intricate patterns and red caps.
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