Emmanuel Emenike
Nigerian footballer
Emmanuel Chinenye Emenike (born 10 May 1987) is a Nigerian former professional footballer who played as a striker. He played for clubs including Karabükspor, Spartak Moscow, and Fenerbahçe, most notably winning the Süper Lig title with Fenerbahçe in the 2013–14 season.
Emenike made his debut for the Nigeria national football team in 2011 and helped Nigeria win the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations. He scored four goals during the tournament, finishing as the competition's top scorer, and was also named in the Team of the Tournament.
Club career
Delta Force
Emenike started his football career with Delta Force. At the club, he experienced many hardships. He walked on foot to training and back, even though it could take an hour and a half. The Delta State government also refused the club funds, so he wasn't paid regularly.
Mpumalanga Black Aces
Later on his career, he would earn his first salary when he moved to South Africa. He transferred to South African National First Division team Mpumalanga Black Aces in January 2008 and debuted against Dynamos F.C. on 17 February 2008.
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