Stanley Ihugba
Nigerian footballer
Nigeria
Midfielder
Stanley Ihugba: profile
Stanley Ihugba (born 19 November 1987 in Jos, Nigeria) is a former Nigerian footballer who played as a midfielder.
Ihugba made the step into senior football with Plateau United F.C. in 2004. He played for 6 clubs in 2 countries between 2004 and 2015. His most appearances came at Ullensaker/Kisa IL (2013–2014), where he made 42 appearances and scored 0 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 168 appearances and 3 goals.
At international level, Ihugba represented Nigeria (2004–present).
Jos has produced 55 footballers in our database, including Mikel John Obi, Ahmed Musa and Victor Obinna.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2004 (aged about 17)
- Club career
- 2004–2015 (12 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: Nigeria and Norway
- Club goals per game
- 0.02 (3 in 168)
- Height
- 170 cm — taller than 15% of Nigerian internationals on record
- Latest move
- FK Ørn-Horten (2015)
- Shares a birthday with
- Ibrahima Mbaye, Julio Tavares and Mohammed Ali Bemammer (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2006 | Plateau United F.C. |
Nigeria National League | – | – |
| 2007–2008 | Heartland F.C. |
Nigeria Premier Football League | 36 | 0 |
| 2009–2010 |  Lyn 1896 FK |
1. divisjon football | 32 | 1 |
| 2011 | Ullensaker/Kisa IL |
Norwegian Second Division | 9 | 1 |
| 2011–2012 | Sarpsborg 08 FF |
Eliteserien | 40 | 1 |
| 2013–2014 | Ullensaker/Kisa IL |
Norwegian Second Division | 42 | 0 |
| 2015 | FK Ørn-Horten |
Norwegian Third Division | 9 | 0 |
| Total | 168 | 3 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004– | Nigeria |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Stanley Ihugba?
Stanley Ihugba was born on 19 November 1987, which makes him 38 years old.
Where was Stanley Ihugba born?
Stanley Ihugba was born in Jos, Nigeria.
Which national team does Stanley Ihugba play for?
Stanley Ihugba played international football for Nigeria.
Which clubs has Stanley Ihugba played for?
Stanley Ihugba's recorded clubs are Plateau United F.C., Heartland F.C., Lyn 1896 FK, Ullensaker/Kisa IL, Sarpsborg 08 FF and FK Ørn-Horten.
How tall is Stanley Ihugba?
Stanley Ihugba is 170 cm (5 ft 7 in) tall.
What position does Stanley Ihugba play?
Stanley Ihugba played as a midfielder.
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