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Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by WhoIGoAsk: 5:13pm On May 05, 2012 |
We've lost one of the greatest football player Nigeria has ever produced. Let's pay our tribute to a great footballer; Rashidi Yekini [size=20pt]Rashidi Yekini (23 October 1963 - 4 May 2012) was a Nigerian footballer who played as a striker. He scored Nigeria's first goal in a FIFA World Cup.[/size] Yekini was born in Kaduna. After starting his professional career in the Nigerian league, he moved to Côte d'Ivoire to play for Africa Sports National. From there he went to Portugal and Vitória de Setúbal, where he experienced his most memorable years, eventually becoming the Portuguese first division's top scorer, in 1993–94, as his performances (32 matches, 34 goals) earned him the title of African Footballer of the Year in 1993, the first ever from the nation. In the 1994 summer, Yekini was bought by Olympiacos FC, but did not get along with teammates and left. His career never really got back on track, not even upon a return to Setúbal, which happened after another unassuming spell, in La Liga with Sporting de Gijón. He successively played with FC Zürich, Club Athlétique Bizertin and Al-Shabab Riyadh, before rejoining Africa Sports. In 2003, at 39, he returned to the Nigerian championship with Julius Berger FC. In 2005, 41-year old Yekini made a short comeback, moving alongside former national teammate Mobi Oparaku to Gateway United FC in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria. Scoring 37 goals for Nigeria's national side in 58 appearances, Yekini is the national record goalscorer. He was part of the team that participated in the 1994 FIFA World Cup (where he scored Nigeria's first-ever goal in a World Cup, in a 3–0 win against Bulgaria) and the 1998 World Cup. Additionally, Yekini also helped the Super Eagles win the 1994 Africa Cup of Nations, where he also topped the goal charts, and participated at Olympic level, in Seoul 1988. [size=20pt] Legacy[/size] Rashidi Yekini’s name would forever be remembered in the history of African football for his great achievements. From 1993-1994, as his performances (34 goals in 32 matches) was part of what contributed to him being given the title of African Footballer of the Year in 1993,[6] the first ever from Nigeria.
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Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by WhoIGoAsk: 5:15pm On May 05, 2012 |
RIP Yekini Rashidi. Great player. 1 Like |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by psalm201: 5:28pm On May 05, 2012 |
RIP. |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by CyberG: 7:32pm On May 05, 2012 |
Fantastic player! RIP! |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by ichommy(m): 7:33pm On May 05, 2012 |
RIP |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by Fhemmmy: 7:34pm On May 05, 2012 |
May His soul rest in peace . . |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by otokx(m): 7:39pm On May 05, 2012 |
You have left us with many lessons to learn. |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by Businesstools(m): 7:40pm On May 05, 2012 |
Adieu Yekini |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by MrGlobe(m): 7:40pm On May 05, 2012 |
Even tho I never knew you much but I heard of your expliots much. RIP |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by pius4luv(m): 7:41pm On May 05, 2012 |
RIP Yekini Rashidi,I Love you so much!!! |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by Drichard: 7:45pm On May 05, 2012 |
R.I.P LENGEND WE LUV U ALL GUD9TH.!!! |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by franktolk(m): 7:46pm On May 05, 2012 |
RIP Yeking.... |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by Calebsy07: 7:53pm On May 05, 2012 |
U are too good, rest in peace |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by ajetii(m): 7:53pm On May 05, 2012 |
When beggars die there is no comets seen but heaven blast forth the death of Yeking. ADIEU, YeKing of Goals! Yours was a short & worthy life. No potent goal poacher has Nigeria had since you left the stage. RIP, Yekini. |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by Nobody: 7:56pm On May 05, 2012 |
Thanks for the lovely memories King. RIP. |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by Rich4god(m): 7:58pm On May 05, 2012 |
R.I.P... We will alwaz remember you. |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by amtheone(m): 8:00pm On May 05, 2012 |
Rip, u were one of the greatest Nija eva had. Ur name remain fresh in our memories |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by babaowo: 8:01pm On May 05, 2012 |
legend yeking R:I: |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by africanrapper: 8:05pm On May 05, 2012 |
RIP - Nigeria's all-time GOAL MACHINE. Papa Rashidi Yekini |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by idaal(f): 8:05pm On May 05, 2012 |
I cnt remember precisely which match ȋ̝̊̅̄τ̣̣̥ was dat after he scored, he held d net and spoke some words. He was a great man that led Nigeria to victory. Goodnite Yekini |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by damilola15: 8:07pm On May 05, 2012 |
Can't forget him grabbing and shaking that net. If they play football in heaven, hope you'd score more memorable goals. RIP!!! 1 Like |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by lincDzinc(m): 8:08pm On May 05, 2012 |
Back in those on may way to school, a few times i do see u with dat ur 'benz 230' around 'Queen cinema' very close to Adamasingba stadium in Ibadan... R.I.P Rashidi Yekini.., R.I.P... |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by ZUBY77(m): 8:08pm On May 05, 2012 |
I remember how happy you made me when i was a kid. Watching you was a delight, scoring wonderful spectacular goals. I know how ridiculous this may sound but i place you above all the politicians in this country. RIP Rashidi... My gangling hero. |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by muhsin(m): 8:09pm On May 05, 2012 |
May Allah grant his soul an eternal peace, amin. |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by damas11111(m): 8:11pm On May 05, 2012 |
May Allah accept you in AlJanah. RIP |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by shadrach77: 8:11pm On May 05, 2012 |
first nigerian to score in a world cup first nigerian to win African footballer of the year first nigerian to win highest goal scoreer in europe first nigerian to feature in five nation cups highest nigerian goal scorer RIP Rashidi! 2 Likes |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by Diligence: 8:15pm On May 05, 2012 |
Adieu thou great man Who inspired young minds to aspire Your goals brot honour and glory to they fatherland Ur steps on sand of time are giant strides You answered the call of nature You will always be remembered fondly Adieu thou great man! |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by id2010(m): 8:16pm On May 05, 2012 |
ADIEU Rashidi Yekini.. u will forever be remembered in the world of football.. u have done your own aspect. it is not the no of years.. but what u Achieved RIP..! |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by member479760: 8:19pm On May 05, 2012 |
shadrach77: first nigerian to score in a world cup He deserves national award! |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by nellybadas: 8:20pm On May 05, 2012 |
MAY YOUR SOUL REST IN PEACE. U WILL FOREVER BE REMEMBERED FOR YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS. MAY GOD FORGIVE YOU YOUR SINS AND GRANT YOU PARADISE. 1 Like |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by Nzeudo: 8:20pm On May 05, 2012 |
May his soul rest in peace |
Re: Rashidi Yekini:: Condolence Register by neksummi(m): 8:20pm On May 05, 2012 |
RIP Great Player! |
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