NigeriaAyo Akinola: profile
Ayo Akinola (born 20 January 2000 in Brampton, Canada) is a Nigerian footballer who plays as a forward for Toronto FC.
Akinola started out at Toronto FC II in 2016. He has played for 2 clubs since 2016. His most appearances came at Toronto FC II (2018–2019), where he made 24 appearances and scored 6 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 34 appearances and 8 goals.
At international level, Akinola has represented United States (2020–present).
Key facts
- Club career
- 2016–present (11 seasons)
- Club goals per game
- 0.24 (8 in 34)
- Latest move
- Toronto FC (2018)
- Shares a birthday with
- Pierre Webó, Elderson Echiéjilé and Arnaud Kalimuendo (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016–2017 |  Toronto FC II |
MLS Next Pro | 10 | 2 |
| 2018–2019 | Toronto FC II |
MLS Next Pro | 24 | 6 |
| 2018– | Toronto FC |
Major League Soccer | – | – |
| Total | 34 | 8 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020– |  United States |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Ayo Akinola?
Ayo Akinola was born on 20 January 2000, which makes him 26 years old.
Where was Ayo Akinola born?
Ayo Akinola was born in Brampton, Canada.
Which national team does Ayo Akinola play for?
Ayo Akinola plays international football for United States.
Which clubs has Ayo Akinola played for?
Ayo Akinola's recorded clubs are Toronto FC II and Toronto FC.
What team does Ayo Akinola play for now?
According to the latest data, Ayo Akinola plays for Toronto FC.
How tall is Ayo Akinola?
Ayo Akinola is 177 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.
What position does Ayo Akinola play?
Ayo Akinola plays as a forward.
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