Bright Dike: profile
Bright Dike (born 2 February 1987 in Edmond, United States) is a retired Nigerian footballer who played as a forward.
Dike's senior club career began in 2006 at Indiana Invaders. He played for 9 clubs in 3 countries since 2006. His most appearances came at Portland Timbers (2011–2013), where he made 23 appearances and scored 6 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 75 appearances and 24 goals.
At international level, Dike represented Nigeria (2012–present).
Nationality explained: Why does Bright Dike play for Nigeria?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2012 (aged about 25)
- Countries played in
- 3: United States, Canada and Russia
- Club goals per game
- 0.32 (24 in 75)
- Height
- 185 cm — taller than 73% of Nigerian internationals on record
- Latest move
- FC Amkar Perm (2016)
- Shares a birthday with
- Edmond Tapsoba, Sadiq Umar and Omar Mascarell (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 |  Indiana Invaders |
USL League Two | 3 | 0 |
| 2010 | Portland Timbers |
A-League | 23 | 10 |
| 2010 | Columbus Crew |
Major League Soccer | – | – |
| 2011–2013 | Portland Timbers |
Major League Soccer | 23 | 6 |
| 2012 | Orange County SC |
USL Championship | 10 | 6 |
| 2013–2015 |  Toronto FC |
Major League Soccer | 11 | 1 |
| 2015 | San Antonio Scorpions |
North American Soccer League | 5 | 1 |
| 2016– |  FC Amkar Perm |
Russian Second League | – | – |
| — | Notre Dame Fighting Irish men's soccer |
– | – | |
| Total | 75 | 24 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012– |  Nigeria |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Bright Dike?
Bright Dike was born on 2 February 1987, which makes him 39 years old.
Where was Bright Dike born?
Bright Dike was born in Edmond, United States.
Which national team does Bright Dike play for?
Bright Dike played international football for Nigeria.
Which clubs has Bright Dike played for?
Bright Dike's recorded clubs are Indiana Invaders, Portland Timbers, Columbus Crew, Orange County SC, Toronto FC, San Antonio Scorpions, FC Amkar Perm and Notre Dame Fighting Irish men's soccer.
How tall is Bright Dike?
Bright Dike is 185 cm (6 ft 1 in) tall.
What position does Bright Dike play?
Bright Dike played as a forward.
Nigerian players of the same generation
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Victor MosesNigeria · FC Kaisar
Obafemi MartinsNigeria · b. 1984
Taye TaiwoNigeria · b. 1985
Victor AnichebeNigeria · b. 1988
Peter UtakaNigeria · b. 1984
Victor ObinnaNigeria · b. 1987
Odion IghaloNigeria · b. 1989
Emmanuel EmenikeNigeria · b. 1987
Chinedu ObasiNigeria · b. 1986
Sani KaitaNigeria · b. 1986
Ayila YussufNigeria · b. 1984