Godwin Okpara
Nigerian footballer
Nigeria
Defender
Godwin Okpara: profile
Godwin Okpara (born 20 September 1972 in Lagos, Nigeria) is a former Nigerian footballer who played as a defender.
Okpara's senior club career began in 1989 at K. Beerschot V.A.C.. He played for 5 clubs in 2 countries between 1989 and 2004. His most appearances came at RC Strasbourg Alsace (1996–1999), where he made 96 appearances and scored 6 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 291 appearances and 12 goals.
At international level, Okpara represented Nigeria (1991–2001), earning 18 caps and scoring 0 goals. He also played for Nigeria at under-17 level.
Lagos has produced 367 footballers in our database, including Victor Osimhen, Victor Moses and Obafemi Martins.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1991 (aged about 19)
- Club career
- 1989–2004 (16 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: Belgium and France
- Club goals per game
- 0.04 (12 in 291)
- Height
- 180 cm — taller than 48% of Nigerian internationals on record
- Latest move
- Standard Liège (2001)
- Shares a birthday with
- Youssef Belammari, Aboubakary Koita and Assane Dioussé (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989–1991 |  K. Beerschot V.A.C. |
Belgian Third Division | 21 | 0 |
| 1991–1996 | SC Eendracht Aalst |
Belgian First Division B | 88 | 5 |
| 1996–1999 |  RC Strasbourg Alsace |
Ligue 1 | 96 | 6 |
| 1999–2001 | Paris Saint-Germain FC |
Ligue 1 | 19 | 0 |
| 2001–2004 | Standard Liège |
Belgian Pro League | 67 | 1 |
| Total | 291 | 12 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991–2001 | Nigeria |
Senior | 18 | 0 |
| — | Nigeria U17 |
Under-17 | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Godwin Okpara?
Godwin Okpara was born on 20 September 1972, which makes him 54 years old.
Where was Godwin Okpara born?
Godwin Okpara was born in Lagos, Nigeria.
Which national team does Godwin Okpara play for?
Godwin Okpara played international football for Nigeria. He has 18 caps and 0 goals on record.
Which clubs has Godwin Okpara played for?
Godwin Okpara's recorded clubs are K. Beerschot V.A.C., SC Eendracht Aalst, RC Strasbourg Alsace, Paris Saint-Germain FC and Standard Liège.
How tall is Godwin Okpara?
Godwin Okpara is 180 cm (5 ft 11 in) tall.
What position does Godwin Okpara play?
Godwin Okpara played as a defender.
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