Christian Chukwu
Nigerian footballer (1951-2025)
Nigeria
Defender
Christian Chukwu: profile
Christian Chukwu (born 4 January 1951) was a Nigerian footballer who played as a defender. He died on 12 April 2025.
Chukwu started out at Enugu Rangers in 1972.
At international level, Chukwu represented Nigeria (1974–1981), earning 54 caps and scoring 5 goals. Our match database lists 2 of his international goals; the first came against Egypt on 8 October 1977 (World Cup Qualification).
Key facts
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972–1981 | Enugu Rangers |
Nigeria Premier Football League | – | – |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974–1981 | Nigeria |
Senior | 54 | 5 |
International goals (2)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 Oct 1977 | Nigeria 4–0 Egypt | 24 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 5 Mar 1978 | Nigeria 4–2 Burkina Faso | 17 | Africa Cup of Nations |
*Goals listed are those present in our match-by-match goal database, which is most complete for tournament matches.
Frequently asked questions
Which national team does Christian Chukwu play for?
Christian Chukwu played international football for Nigeria. He has 54 caps and 5 goals on record.
Which clubs has Christian Chukwu played for?
Christian Chukwu's recorded clubs are Enugu Rangers.
What position does Christian Chukwu play?
Christian Chukwu played as a defender.