SWOS ECE 95/96
SWOS ECE 95/96

DANIEL AMOKACHI
DANIEL AMOKACHI
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Number
#16
Nationality
Nigeria
Team
EVERTON (England)
Coach
JOE ROYLE
Position
A (Attacker)
Passing (P) Shooting (V) Heading (H) Tackling (T) Control (C) Speed (S) Finishing (F) Value
6 7 7 0 1 6 6 £1.3M

Daniel Amokachi is a retired Nigerian soccer player known for his strength, speed, and skill on the field. Here are some key details about his career, particularly focusing on his time at Everton:

  • Full Name: Daniel Owefin Amokachi
  • Date of Birth: December 30, 1972
  • Position: Forward
  • Clubs Played For: Amokachi played for several clubs during his career, including Everton, Club Brugge, and Besiktas.
  • Time at Everton: 1994–1996
  • Appearances for Everton: Amokachi made 43 league appearances for Everton.
  • Goals Scored for Everton: He scored 10 goals during his time at the club.
  • Notable Achievements: Amokachi was part of the Everton squad that won the FA Cup in 1995. He famously scored two goals in the semi-final against Tottenham Hotspur, which helped secure Everton’s place in the final.
  • International Career: Amokachi was also a key player for the Nigerian national team. He represented Nigeria in two FIFA World Cups (1994 and 1998) and was part of the squad that won the 1994 African Cup of Nations. Additionally, he played a crucial role in Nigeria’s gold medal-winning team at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games.

Daniel Amokachi remains a celebrated figure in Nigerian football and is fondly remembered by Everton fans for his contributions during his time at the club.