Most Capped Player Of Nigerian Descent In History Dieke Earns 120th Cap For Scotland

Published: July 08, 2017

Vittsjö GIK defender Ifeoma Dieke earned her 120th international cap in Scotland's 1-0 win over Republic of Ireland in a friendly at Stark's Park, Kirkaldy on Friday night.

Born in Massachusetts, United States 36 years ago, she was eligible to turn out for her country of birth, Nigeria and Scotland before committing her international future to the Europeans.

Dieke was impressive during the forty five minutes she spent on the pitch, with goalkeeper Fay posting a shutout.

She made her debut for Scotland thirteen years ago against Greece and was in Great Britain's squad for the 2012 Olympic Games.

Ifeoma Dieke is the most capped player of Nigerian descent ahead of Chelsea striker Eniola Aluko, Vincent Enyeama, Joseph Yobo and Maureen Mmadu.

She has been named in Scotland's squad for the 2017 UEFA Women's Championship (16 July – 6 August 2017).

Ifeanyi Emmanuel

Photo Credit : scottishfa.co.uk