5 of the greatest Nigerians to grace European football

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#4 Vincent Enyeama

BRASILIA, BRAZIL - JUNE 30: Vincent Enyeama of Nigeria looks on during the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Round of 16 match between France and Nigeria at Estadio Nacional on June 30, 2014 in Brasilia, Brazil.  (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)
The 34-year-old has made 118 appearances for Lille till date

Vincent Enyeama is a former Nigerian football captain and goalkeeper who plays for French side Lille. His career began at the young age of just nine when he signed for Ibom Stars. His career saw him play for a number of clubs around the world, with Lille being the most notable.

Known to be clinical at saving and scoring penalties, the former Nigerian skipper moved to Lille in 2011 for an undisclosed amount on a three-year contract. He made his debut against Inter Milan in 2012 UEFA Champions League. He was subsequently loaned out to Maccabi Tel Aviv for the 2012-13 season.

The 2013-14 season saw him make a return to Lille after being favoured as first team stopper by the then manager Rene Girard. He went on to keep 11 consecutive clean-sheets in Ligue 1, ultimately conceding his first goal after a mighty 1,062 minutes of play time.

The 34-year-old has made 118 appearances for Lille till date and is considered one of the finest Nigerian players of all time.

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