Super Eagles: Brentford’s Michael Kayode will no longer play for Nigeria
Brentford defender, Michael Kayode can no longer represent Nigeria at the international level. This is as the defender made a cap-tying appearance for Italy in their win over Türkiye on Monday. Born in Borgomanero, Italy, Kayode was previously eligible to represent the Super Eagles through his Nigerian parentage. Despite the Nigeria Football Federation’s attempts to persuade […] Super Eagles:…
Brentford's Michael Kayode, a defender for the Italian national team, will no longer be eligible to represent Nigeria in international football. The 22-year-old made his debut for Italy in their 4-1 win over Türkiye in a UEFA Nations League match. Born in Italy to Nigerian parents, Kayode was previously eligible to play for Nigeria through his heritage.
Despite efforts by the Nigeria Football Federation to retain him, he chose to represent Italy. At just 27 minutes into the game, Kayode scored on his international debut, becoming the first Italian right-back to do so since Gian Marco Ferrari in 2021. The ruling from FIFA, due to his age at the time of his senior debut, prevents Kayode from changing his national team allegiance.
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