Leicester City’s midfield enforcer, Wilfred Ndidi, has cemented his place among Nigeria’s Premier League legends by becoming the ninth Nigerian to reach 200 appearances in England’s top flight.
With this milestone, Ndidi joins an exclusive group of Nigerian players who have made a lasting impact on the league. Among them are Nwankwo Kanu, who sits second on the all-time Nigerian appearance list with 273 games, and Shola Ameobi, who holds the top spot with 298 appearances.
Known for his consistency and tireless work ethic, Ndidi has been a crucial presence in Leicester’s midfield. He currently trails other Nigerian Premier League standouts, including Victor Moses (220) and Victor Anichebe (205).
Ndidi’s rise in the rankings highlights both his individual influence at Leicester and his broader impact on the Premier League. Close behind him is his club teammate Kelechi Iheanacho, who currently stands at 196 appearances, poised to join the 200-club soon.
Other notable names on the Nigerian Premier League appearance list include John Obi Mikel (249), Yakubu Aiyegbeni (252), and Alex Iwobi (261). At just 27 years old, Ndidi has the potential to climb even higher on this distinguished list.
Reaching the 200-appearance mark is a testament to the significant role Nigerian footballers have played in the Premier League across generations, contributing talent, passion, and resilience to the world’s most-watched football league.
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