Jonas Okétola: profile
Jonas Okétola (born 27 August 1983 in Benin City, Nigeria) is a former Beninese footballer who played as a midfielder.
Okétola started out at AS Dragons FC de l'Ouémé in 2003. He played for 4 clubs in 3 countries between 2003 and 2009.
At international level, Okétola represented Benin (1998–2008), earning 24 caps and scoring 1 goal. Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Senegal on 9 April 2000 (World Cup Qualification).
Benin City has produced 42 footballers in our database, including Yakubu, Victor Ikpeba and Julius Aghahowa.
Eligibility explained: Why does Jonas Okétola play for Benin?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1998 (aged about 15)
- First international goal
- 2000 – aged 16 (match)
- Club career
- 2003–2009 (7 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 3: Benin, Nigeria and South Africa
- Height
- 179 cm — taller than 35% of Beninese internationals on record
- Latest move
- Thanda Royal Zulu F.C. (2008)
- Shares a birthday with
- Sulley Muntari, Nabil El Zhar and Adama Ba (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–2004 |  AS Dragons FC de l'Ouémé |
Benin Premier League | – | – |
| 2004–2005 |  Enyimba International F.C. |
Nigeria Premier Football League | – | – |
| 2006–2008 | Kwara United F.C. |
Nigeria Premier Football League | – | – |
| 2008–2009 |  Thanda Royal Zulu F.C. |
National First Division | – | – |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–2008 | Benin |
Senior | 24 | 1 |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 Apr 2000 | Benin 1–1 Senegal | 33 | World Cup Qualification |
*Goals listed are those present in our match-by-match goal database, which is most complete for tournament matches.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Jonas Okétola?
Jonas Okétola was born on 27 August 1983, which makes him 43 years old.
Where was Jonas Okétola born?
Jonas Okétola was born in Benin City, Nigeria.
Which national team does Jonas Okétola play for?
Jonas Okétola played international football for Benin. He has 24 caps and 1 goal on record.
Which clubs has Jonas Okétola played for?
Jonas Okétola's recorded clubs are AS Dragons FC de l'Ouémé, Enyimba International F.C., Kwara United F.C. and Thanda Royal Zulu F.C..
How tall is Jonas Okétola?
Jonas Okétola is 179 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.
What position does Jonas Okétola play?
Jonas Okétola played as a midfielder.
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