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Nigeria has produced some of the most successful footballers in Africa, with several Super Eagles legends collecting major trophies both at club and international levels. In this list, we look at the top 7 most decorated Super Eagles players in history.

From winning league titles in Europe to continental and global success, these players have built incredible careers. Across their careers, they were part of dynasties that dominated competitions, while some also got their hands on individual awards.

Here are the top seven most decorated Super Eagles players of all time.

7. Sunday Oliseh – 5 Trophies

Oliseh is one of Nigeria’s greatest midfield generals, and he was known for his strength, passing ability, and leadership. The midfielder enjoyed success in Europe and with the Super Eagles. His most memorable moment came when he scored a stunning long-range goal against Spain at the 1998 FIFA World Cup.

At club level, he lifted trophies in the Netherlands and Germany, while internationally, he helped Nigeria to glory at the 1994 Africa Cup of Nations. His success as a leader and football brain earned him respect worldwide.

Major Honours: Bundesliga (1), Eredivisie (1), Dutch Cup (2), Africa Cup of Nations (1)

6. Finidi George – 9 Trophies

Finidi was part of the Ajax team that dominated European football in the 1990s. Blessed with great speed and crossing ability, Finidi helped Ajax win both domestic and continental titles. His biggest moment came in 1995 when he won the UEFA Champions League, beating AC Milan in the final.

He was also part of the Nigerian team that won the 1994 Africa Cup of Nations, making him successful on both fronts. Finidi’s achievements in the Netherlands and Europe made him one of Nigeria’s most celebrated wingers.

Major Honours: Eredivisie (3), Dutch Super Cup (2), UEFA Champions League (1), UEFA Super Cup (1), Intercontinental Cup (1), Africa Cup of Nations (1)

5. Ahmed Musa – 10 Trophies + 2 Individual Awards

Musa remains one of the most popular names in Nigerian football history. Known for his blistering pace, Musa became a household name after his two memorable goals against Argentina at the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

His club career saw him win multiple league titles in Russia with CSKA Moscow and enjoy success in Saudi Arabia with Al Nassr.

He also played a major role in Nigeria’s 2013 AFCON triumph. Aside from his team achievements, Musa has also finished as top scorer in two major competitions.

Major Honours: Russian Premier League (3), Russian Cup (1), Russian Super Cup (2), Saudi Pro League (1), Saudi Super Cup (1), Africa Cup of Nations (1), WAFU Nations Cup (1), Nigeria Premier League Top Scorer (1), Russian Cup Top Scorer (1)

4. John Mikel Obi – 12 Trophies

Mikel Obi is one of Nigeria’s greatest midfielders of all time, with a decorated career at Chelsea. Known for his calmness on the ball and tactical intelligence, Mikel won everything possible at club level, including the UEFA Champions League in 2012.

His success extended to the national team as he helped Nigeria win the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations. Mikel’s consistency, especially in midfield battles, made him a respected figure in European and African football throughout his career.

Major Honours: Premier League (2), FA Cup (4), League Cup (2), UEFA Champions League (1), UEFA Europa League (1), FA Community Shield (1), Africa Cup of Nations (1)

3. Obafemi Martins – 11 Trophies + 1 Individual Award

Martins was known for his incredible speed and explosive finishing. Although he did not win as many trophies as some others on this list, his career took him to different continents, where he lifted silverware in Italy, England, Russia, America, and China.

Martins won Serie A and Coppa Italia with Inter Milan before adding the League Cup with Birmingham and trophies in Russia and America. He capped his success with a Chinese FA Cup, where he also finished as the competition’s top scorer.

Major Honours: Serie A (1), Coppa Italia (2), Supercoppa Italiana (1), UEFA Intertoto Cup (1), EFL Cup (1), Russian Cup (1), Russian Super Cup (1), MLS Supporters’ Shield (1), U.S. Open Cup (1), Chinese FA Cup (1), Chinese FA Cup Top Scorer (1)

2. Daniel Amokachi – 13 Trophies + 2 Individual Awards

Amokachi was a powerful striker who combined strength with technical brilliance. He enjoyed a brilliant career in Belgium, Turkey, and England.

With Club Brugge, he won multiple league and cup titles before moving to Everton, where he famously scored in the 1995 FA Cup final. Amokachi was also part of Nigeria’s historic 1996 Olympic gold-winning squad.

His success was recognised with two Belgian Ebony Shoe awards, given to the best African player in the Belgian Pro League. Amokachi remains one of Nigeria’s greatest forwards.

Major Honours: Belgian Pro League (2), Belgian Super Cup (5), Belgian Cup (1), FA Cup (1), FA Charity Shield (1), Turkish Cup (1), Turkish Super Cup (1), Africa Cup of Nations (1), Belgian Ebony Shoe (2)

1. Nwankwo Kanu – 15 Trophies + 4 Individual Awards

Kanu is Nigeria’s most decorated footballer of all time. His career saw him win major trophies in the Netherlands, Italy, and England.

Kanu started by winning multiple Eredivisie titles and the UEFA Champions League with Ajax, then lifted the UEFA Cup with Inter Milan. His spell at Arsenal brought two Premier League titles and more domestic honours. Kanu also won Olympic gold with Nigeria in 1996.

Individually, Kanu was crowned African Footballer of the Year twice and remains one of Africa’s true football legends.

Major Honours: Eredivisie (3). UEFA Champions League (1), UEFA Super Cup (1), Intercontinental Cup (1), UEFA Cup (1), Premier League (2), FA Cup (3), FA Community Shield (1), Nigerian Premier League (1), African Footballer of the Year (2), BBC Africa Footballer of the Year (2)

Source: https://www.pulsesports.ng/football/story/super-eagles-top-7-most-decorated-nigerian-players-of-all-time-2025062112105049122

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But Mikel should come third instead of Obafemi martins cos he won the two prestigious cups in Europe which Martins do not win

You left out Vincent Enyeama with 8 trophies and 1 Player of the Year award

Jay Jay not listed because he was busy chasing money

Papilo is the GOAT in Nigeria.

I don't even understand what's up with Jay Jay that year.

We witnessed raw talent but very little achievements. Plus retiring so early.

This is informative and Helpful. I like this kidos

My favourite is Jay Jay ococha for me personally

Only Papilo got meaningful accolades, but others most trophies are child play

Any little comment I will be banned,this comment below is far worse than mine and yet was not banned.
Nairaland is c*mpromised

Papilo don make us proud but Mikel had more achievements than Obafemi martins

Kanu never won afcon.all his medals are in European contests. Not even a goal for Nigeria in a tournament itself. Na only for qualifiers he dey score

CalabarPikin:
Papilo is the GOAT in Nigeria.

I don't even understand what's up with Jay Jay that year.

We witnessed raw talent but very little achievements. Plus retiring so early.

okocha played in europe from 1992 to 2007, 15 years oh. E no retire early.

Kano is the GOAT* among Nigerian players!

Look at me thinking it was obi mikel previously!

So Okocha no even get any trophy. Upon all the fancy. Nawa

Good statistics. Every thing is in order and more importantly, you have sense

Good statistics. Every thing is in order and more importantly, you have sense.
You correct and gbayi correct✅✅✅✅✅✅✅✅

The way money is controlling this our GenZ players now, I doubt if Osihmen will make this list im future. Before you know it, he will be playing in Dubai.

The trophies should be weighed.
1 EPL trophy is easily worth 5 Belgian cup, Turkish pro league etc. put together. I’m sure if you ask the players themselves they’ll tell you which one or two trophies they would give up all them Mickey Mouse trophies for and it’s usually EPL and champions league.
Levels dey… trophy pass trophy

Good to know, Kanu remains the best in terms of accolades. It's a pity Okocha didn't win major honours after entertaining us.

But you see this picture below...In 2006, it was a dashed Trophy, Juventus actually won the league that year but was stripped off the Trophy because they were found guilty of Match fixing and was subsequently relegated. They gave Inter Milan who finished second in the league the trophy and they just celebrated after Juventus had previously celebrated it. That's history from my table

How many trophies did kanu win while he was in AssNAL?

This list is undisputable.
Thank you to all the above mentioned Ex-Internationals for putting smiles on our faces during their playing days.
Austin Jay-Jay Okocha's contribution during his playing days will also never go unappreciated.

Okocha is still the GOAT of them all so long as Nigerian football is concerned....

Creamypie:
Kanu never won afcon.all his medals are in European contests

Not even a single afcon goal for 2x APOTY smhhhhh

Mikel Obi is a Nigerian Legend.

The back pass Merchant who achieved alot.

MaxW11:
The trophies should be weighed.
1 EPL trophy is easily worth 5 Belgian cup, Turkish pro league etc. put together. I’m sure if you ask the players themselves they’ll tell you which one or two trophies they would give up all them Mickey Mouse trophies for and it’s usually EPL and champions league.
Levels dey… trophy pass trophy

Ogbeni, trophy na trophy.
Stop misyarning.

Which one be EPL etc??.

First of, why wasn't the Olympic gold medal won in Atlanta added to their trophy haul. Just bcus there wasn't any trophy lifted doesn't mean it wasn't a trophy. Secondly, though not a Mikel fan nor a Chelsea fan, I think after Kanu Nwankwo, Mikel won the most important trophies of all and should be in second place. But above all, even though Jay Jay wasn't on the list, he's still my best Super Eagle player of all time.

Love800:
Kano is the GOAT* among Nigerian players!

Look at me thinking it was obi mikel previously!

Kanu never won a champions league...............................sdghyffgggfff

At least those people comparing okocha to kanu can rest now.


Okocha is just all hype by people who know nothing about football

Exceed15:
Jay Jay not listed because he was busy chasing money

he only played fancy football n chased money

No reasonable impact on any team except some useless hype by people who know nothing about real football