Isaac Okoronkwo
Nigerian footballer
Nigeria
Centre-back
Isaac Okoronkwo: profile
Isaac Okoronkwo (born 1 May 1978 in Aba, Nigeria) is a former Nigerian footballer who played as a centre-back.
Okoronkwo started out at Enyimba International F.C. in 1994. He played for 10 clubs in 6 countries between 1994 and 2013. His most appearances came at FC Moscow (2006–2009), where he made 64 appearances and scored 2 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 338 appearances and 26 goals.
At international level, Okoronkwo represented Nigeria (2001–2008), earning 26 caps and scoring 0 goals.
Aba has produced 33 footballers in our database, including Kalu Uche, Ikechukwu Uche and Samuel Kalu.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2001 (aged about 23)
- Club career
- 1994–2013 (20 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 6: Nigeria, Qatar, Moldova, Ukraine, United Kingdom and Russia
- Club goals per game
- 0.08 (26 in 338)
- Height
- 187 cm — taller than 82% of Nigerian internationals on record
- Latest move
- FC Rostov (2010)
- Shares a birthday with
- Marc-Vivien Foé, Jean-Christophe Bahebeck and Sammy Ameobi (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Enyimba International F.C. |
Nigeria Premier Football League | 13 | 4 |
| 1995 | Heartland F.C. |
Nigeria Premier Football League | 26 | 7 |
| 1996–1997 | Bridge F.C. |
Nigeria Premier Football League | 25 | 5 |
| 1997–1998 |  Al-Rayyan |
Qatar Stars League | – | – |
| 1998 | Heartland F.C. |
Nigeria Premier Football League | 25 | 6 |
| 1998–2000 |  FC Sheriff Tiraspol |
Moldovan National Division | 41 | 1 |
| 2000–2003 |  FC Shakhtar Donetsk |
Premier League | 53 | 0 |
| 2003–2004 |  Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. |
EFL Championship | 7 | 0 |
| 2005 |  FC Alania Vladikavkaz |
Russian First League | 22 | 0 |
| 2006–2009 | FC Moscow |
Russian Amateur Football League Competition | 64 | 2 |
| 2010–2013 | FC Rostov |
Russian Premier League | 62 | 1 |
| Total | 338 | 26 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2008 | Nigeria |
Senior | 26 | 0 |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Isaac Okoronkwo?
Isaac Okoronkwo was born on 1 May 1978, which makes him 48 years old.
Where was Isaac Okoronkwo born?
Isaac Okoronkwo was born in Aba, Nigeria.
Which national team does Isaac Okoronkwo play for?
Isaac Okoronkwo played international football for Nigeria. He has 26 caps and 0 goals on record.
Which clubs has Isaac Okoronkwo played for?
Isaac Okoronkwo's recorded clubs are Enyimba International F.C., Heartland F.C., Bridge F.C., Al-Rayyan, FC Sheriff Tiraspol, FC Shakhtar Donetsk, Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C., FC Alania Vladikavkaz, FC Moscow and FC Rostov.
How tall is Isaac Okoronkwo?
Isaac Okoronkwo is 187 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall.
What position does Isaac Okoronkwo play?
Isaac Okoronkwo played as a centre-back.
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