Murphy Akanji
Nigerian association football player
Nigeria
Goalkeeper
Murphy Akanji: profile
Murphy Akanji (born 1 December 1977 in Lagos, Nigeria) is a retired Nigerian footballer who played as a goalkeeper.
Akanji's senior club career began in 1995 at Niger Tornadoes F.C.. He played for 5 clubs in 2 countries between 1995 and 2008. His most appearances came at Sliema Wanderers F.C. (2001–2008), where he made 171 appearances and scored 0 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 219 appearances and 0 goals.
At international level, Akanji represented Nigeria (1999–2002), earning 2 caps and scoring 0 goals.
Lagos has produced 367 footballers in our database, including Victor Osimhen, Victor Moses and Obafemi Martins.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1999 (aged about 22)
- Club career
- 1995–2008 (14 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: Nigeria and Malta
- Club goals per game
- 0.00 (0 in 219)
- Latest move
- Sliema Wanderers F.C. (2001)
- Shares a birthday with
- Ismaël Bennacer, Papy Djilobodji and Joseph-Désiré Job (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Niger Tornadoes F.C. |
Nigeria National League | – | 0 |
| 1996 | Sharks F.C. |
Nigeria Premier Football League | – | 0 |
| 1997 | Udoji United F.C. |
Nigeria Premier Football League | 21 | 0 |
| 1998–2001 | Bridge F.C. |
Nigeria Premier Football League | 27 | 0 |
| 2001–2008 |  Sliema Wanderers F.C. |
Maltese Premier League | 171 | 0 |
| Total | 219 | 0 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2002 | Nigeria |
Senior | 2 | 0 |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Murphy Akanji?
Murphy Akanji was born on 1 December 1977, which makes him 48 years old.
Where was Murphy Akanji born?
Murphy Akanji was born in Lagos, Nigeria.
Which national team does Murphy Akanji play for?
Murphy Akanji played international football for Nigeria. He has 2 caps and 0 goals on record.
Which clubs has Murphy Akanji played for?
Murphy Akanji's recorded clubs are Niger Tornadoes F.C., Sharks F.C., Udoji United F.C., Bridge F.C. and Sliema Wanderers F.C..
What position does Murphy Akanji play?
Murphy Akanji played as a goalkeeper.
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