Kelechi Iheanacho
Kelechi Iheanacho is a Nigerian professional footballer who primarily plays as a striker. Born on October 3, 1996, in Owerri, Nigeria, he began his career at Manchester City, where he gained recognition for his talent and goal-scoring ability. After successful spells with Manchester City and Leicester City, where he helped the team win the FA Cup and the EFL Championship, Iheanacho had a brief stint with Sevilla in Spain. He recently returned to England, joining Middlesbrough in January 2024, and expressed enthusiasm for the opportunity to work under manager Michael Carrick as the team aims for promotion to the Premier League.
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Kelechi Iheanacho is a forward for the Nigerian national team.
مصر ضد نيجيريا.. ثلاثي ناري في هجوم النسور الخضر أمام منتخب الفراعنة
Egypt· 2026-01-17
Iheanacho was on the wrong end of a hugely controversial handball decision before Braga wrapped up a 2-0 Europa League win at Celtic Park.
Celtic beaten at home by Braga after controversial decision – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-10-03
A long spell of Celtic pressure culminated in Kelechi Iheanacho’s second goal since signing on a free transfer from Sevilla earlier this month.
Nottingham Forest denied by late goal by Antony
Taiwan· 2025-09-26
Kelechi Iheanacho's La Liga adventure has unravelled faster than a poorly stitched shirt.
Nigerian Stars Face Uncertain Futures Amid Transfer Stalemat
Nigeria· 2025-07-01
Oliseh also mentioned that he brought in Kelechi Iheanacho for his first call-up.
Oliseh Frowns at Foreign Super Eagles CoachesNigeria· 2025-06-16
Kelechi Iheanacho pulled out of the squad due to family commitments.
Russia host Nigeria in first-ever meetingNigeria· 2025-06-06
Razak Simpson ensured that Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho had a frustrating evening.
A new dawn for the Black Stars: How Ghana’s young guns lit up Unity Cup
Ghana· 2025-05-31
Kelechi Iheanacho has made the trip to London for the match.
Nigeria vs Ghana Historic rivalry reignites under London lightsNigeria· 2025-05-28
Kelechi Iheanacho scored his first goal for Middlesbrough to help spark a comeback in their 2-1 victory over Oxford United.
Iheanacho scores first Boro goal in comebackNigeria· 2025-03-30Kelechi Iheanacho scored his first league goal in nearly 18 months for Middlesbrough.
Championship roundup: Leeds denied top spot by late Swansea leveller | Championship
United Kingdom· 2025-03-29
Kelechi Iheanacho is one of the regulars missing out on the final squad.
Eagles stars in high spirits ahead of W’Cup qualifiersNigeria· 2025-03-15
Kelechi Iheanacho has recently settled for more bench roles in the national team.
X-raying Chelle’s 39-man provisional squad for W’Cup qualifiersNigeria· 2025-03-07
Iheanacho’s difficult season continued as Middlesbrough slumped to their fifth consecutive defeat.
Nigerian stars endure tough games in EuropeNigeria· 2025-02-23
Kelechi Iheanacho says he is excited to return to a familiar ground where he feels very much at home following his move to Middlesbrough.
Iheanacho says England feels like home, excited to beginNigeria· 2025-02-13