Former Super Eagles Striker Rashidi Yekini Dies at 48

Mon, May 7, 2012

Former Super Eagles Striker Rashidi Yekini Dies at 48

Nigeria most prolific striker ever and goal banger, Rashidi Yekini, is dead. The two-time African Footballer of the Year died on thurday evening in Osogbo after a prolonged illness. He was just 48 years old. Yekini was Nigeria's national team highest/record goal scorer, scoring 37 goals in 58 appearances.

He's survived by two children. So so sad. May his soul rest in peace, amen.