Mohammed Lawal

Nigerian association football player

Nigeria Forward
87Age
2Int'l goals*
162Height (cm)

Mohammed Lawal: profile

Mohammed Lawal (born 23 September 1939 in Kaduna, Nigeria) is a retired Nigerian footballer who played as a forward.

At international level, Lawal represented Nigeria. Our match database lists 2 of his international goals; the first came against Morocco on 21 September 1969 (World Cup Qualification).

Kaduna has produced 76 footballers in our database, including Vincent Enyeama, Celestine Babayaro and Sadiq Umar.

Key facts

First international goal
1969 – aged 30 (match)
Height
162 cm — taller than 6% of Nigerian internationals on record
Shares a birthday with
Walid Regragui, Hicham Boudaoui and Prince Kwabena Adu (more)

International career

YearsTeamLevelCapsGoals
— Nigeria Senior ––

International goals (2)

#DateMatchMinCompetition
121 Sep 1969 Morocco 2–1 Nigeria 53 World Cup Qualification
28 Nov 1969 Nigeria 2–0 Morocco 67 (pen) 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 Mohammed Lawal?

Mohammed Lawal was born on 23 September 1939, which makes him 87 years old.

Where was Mohammed Lawal born?

Mohammed Lawal was born in Kaduna, Nigeria.

Which national team does Mohammed Lawal play for?

Mohammed Lawal played international football for Nigeria.

How tall is Mohammed Lawal?

Mohammed Lawal is 162 cm (5 ft 4 in) tall.

What position does Mohammed Lawal play?

Mohammed Lawal played as a forward.

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