Joseph Yobo
Nigerian footballer (born 1980)
Biography
Joseph Michael Yobo (born 6 September 1980) is a Nigerian former professional footballer who played as a centre back.
Yobo started his career at Standard Liège and Marseille before joining Everton in 2002. He spent 10 years at the club and became the first African player to captain Everton. After leaving Everton, he spent time at Fenerbahçe and Norwich City. He was the captain of the Nigerian national team until his international football retirement in June 2014, and was Nigeria's record appearance holder. He was part of nine Nigerian international squads. In February 2020, he was appointed assistant coach of the Super Eagles by the Nigeria Football Federation.
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Career highlights
Teams
- Standard Liège
- Everton F.C.
- Olympique de Marseille
- C.D. Tenerife
- Fenerbahçe Istanbul
- Norwich City F.C.
- Nigeria men's national football team
- Nigeria national under-20 football team
Family
- Spouse(s)
- Adaeze Yobo
Quick answers about Joseph Yobo
- How old is Joseph Yobo?
- Joseph Yobo is 46 years old (born September 6, 1980).
- When is Joseph Yobo's birthday?
- Joseph Yobo was born on September 6, 1980.
- Where was Joseph Yobo born?
- Joseph Yobo was born in Kono.
- What is Joseph Yobo's zodiac sign?
- Joseph Yobo's zodiac sign is Virgo.
- How tall is Joseph Yobo?
- Joseph Yobo is 1.88 m (6′2″) tall.
- What is Joseph Yobo's nationality?
- Joseph Yobo is a citizen of Nigeria.
- What does Joseph Yobo do?
- Joseph Yobo is known as association football player.
- Who has Joseph Yobo been married to?
- According to Wikidata, Joseph Yobo's spouse is or was Adaeze Yobo.
