Archive · 26 May 2025
Sunday Oliseh Appointed to IFAB Football Advisory Panel
Sunday Oliseh, a famous football player from Nigeria, has been chosen to help make the rules of the game!
He's joining a group called the IFAB.
This group decides how football is played.
Oliseh used to play for Nigeria and some big teams in Europe.
He was a great player, winning important championships.
Now, he will use his experience to help make football even better.
This is a big deal because it means someone from Africa is helping to lead in the world of football.
Sunday Oliseh, a Nigerian football legend, has been appointed to IFAB's Football Advisory Panel.
IFAB determines the Laws of the Game in football.
Oliseh had a successful playing career, representing Nigeria 63 times and winning the 1994 Africa Cup of Nations and 1996 Olympic gold.
He played for top clubs like Ajax, Juventus, and Borussia Dortmund.
Oliseh has also managed the Nigerian national team and clubs in Europe.
- Who
- Former Nigerian footballer Sunday Oliseh.
- What
- IFAB appointed Sunday Oliseh to its Football Advisory Panel.
- When
- Recently
- Where
- IFAB
- Why
- To include diverse voices in shaping football's future and recognize African presence in football governance.
- Role
- Former Nigerian footballer
- New Position
- IFAB Football Advisory Panel
- Nigerian National Team Appearances
- 63
- Major Achievement
- 1994 Africa Cup of Nations
- Another Major Achievement
- 1996 Olympic Gold Medal