Maduka Okoye: Super Eagles goalkeeper celebrates African connection in Germany
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Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye celebrates the African connection celebration in Germany.

Maduka Okoye: Super Eagles goalkeeper celebrates African connection in Germany

Tosin Abayomi 19:17 - 18.06.2025

Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye celebrates the African connection celebration in Germany.

Super Eagles of Nigeria goalkeeper Maduka Okoye showcased his deep-rooted connection to the African community in Germany.

The Udinese star, born in Düsseldorf, Germany, to an Igbo Nigerian father and a German mother, took to social media to share his enthusiasm for a vibrant community event organized by AFC Germany and BK West United FC.

The event, which Okoye attended underscored his commitment to cultural unity.

Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye celebrates the African connection celebration in Germany.
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye celebrates the African connection celebration in Germany.

Okoye on African connection in Germany

Along with the photos was a message that said, "A great event that unites us brothers & sisters and, above all, strengthens our African community in Germany.

"Thank you @afc.germany & @bk_westunited_fc for the hard work getting this thing up and running!

Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye celebrates the African connection celebration in Germany.
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye celebrates the African connection celebration in Germany.

"See you next year! ✊🏽"

Okoye was dressed in a striking white Super Eagles jersey adorned with the number 10 not one for his goalkeeping position.

He posed alongside community members, including a young fan in a matching kit.

Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye celebrates the African connection celebration in Germany.
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye celebrates the African connection celebration in Germany.

The backdrop of a lively crowd highlighted the event’s significance, drawing parallels to the growing trend of African diaspora festivals.

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Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye celebrates the African connection celebration in Germany.
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye celebrates the African connection celebration in Germany.

Having switched his international allegiance to Nigeria, he overcame initial setbacks to earn his first senior cap in 2019.

His last appearance for the Super Eagles came in an international friendly against Russia, where he delivered a man-of-the-match-worthy performance in a 1-1 draw, marking his 18th cap.

Now playing in Italy for Udinese, Okoye’s presence at this event in Germany serves as a bridge between his dual heritage.