Alex Tayo Akande
Football player
Nigeria
Forward
Alex Tayo Akande: profile
Alex Tayo Akande (born 9 February 1989 in Lagos, Nigeria) is a former Nigerian footballer who played as a forward.
Akande's senior club career began in 2007 at Walthamstow F.C.. He played for 7 clubs in 3 countries since 2007. The busiest spell of his career was at Tai Po FC (2012–2013): 30 appearances and 19 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 135 appearances and 66 goals.
At international level, Akande represented Hong Kong (2015–present).
Lagos has produced 367 footballers in our database, including Victor Osimhen, Victor Moses and Obafemi Martins.
Key facts
- Countries played in
- 3: United Kingdom, People's Republic of China and Hong Kong
- Club goals per game
- 0.49 (66 in 135)
- Latest move
- Kitchee SC (2013)
- Shares a birthday with
- Charles Kaboré, Olivier Ntcham and Saúl Coco (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007–2008 |  Walthamstow F.C. |
Isthmian League | 16 | 10 |
| 2008 |  Resources Capital FC |
Hong Kong Second Division League | 18 | 7 |
| 2009 | Eastern FC |
Hong Kong Premier League | 15 | 9 |
| 2009–2010 | Resources Capital FC |
Hong Kong Second Division League | 12 | 3 |
| 2009–2010 |  Kitchee SC |
Hong Kong Premier League | 9 | 4 |
| 2010–2011 | Resources Capital FC |
Hong Kong Second Division League | 19 | 3 |
| 2011–2012 | Hong Kong Rangers FC |
Hong Kong Premier League | 4 | 2 |
| 2012 | Dreams Football Club |
Hong Kong Premier League | 12 | 9 |
| 2012–2013 | Tai Po FC |
Hong Kong Premier League | 30 | 19 |
| 2013– | Kitchee SC |
Hong Kong Premier League | – | – |
| Total | 135 | 66 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015– | Hong Kong |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Alex Tayo Akande?
Alex Tayo Akande was born on 9 February 1989, which makes him 37 years old.
Where was Alex Tayo Akande born?
Alex Tayo Akande was born in Lagos, Nigeria.
Which national team does Alex Tayo Akande play for?
Alex Tayo Akande played international football for Hong Kong.
Which clubs has Alex Tayo Akande played for?
Alex Tayo Akande's recorded clubs are Walthamstow F.C., Resources Capital FC, Eastern FC, Kitchee SC, Hong Kong Rangers FC, Dreams Football Club and Tai Po FC.
What position does Alex Tayo Akande play?
Alex Tayo Akande played as a forward.
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