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Wrexham's Arthur Okonkwo Switches Allegiance to Nigeria

4/8/2026

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Wrexham goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo has received FIFA approval to switch his international allegiance from England to Nigeria.
Okonkwo, born in London to Nigerian parents, previously played for England at youth levels and is now 24 years old.
The Nigerian Football Federation expressed excitement over Okonkwo's commitment, viewing him as a valuable addition to their goalkeeping options.
Okonkwo joined Wrexham from Crewe and has helped the club achieve promotions to the second-tier Championship.
Nigeria has not qualified for the last two World Cups.

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Wrexham goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo has received FIFA approval to switch his international allegiance from England to Nigeria.
Okonkwo, born in London to Nigerian parents, previously played for England at youth levels and is now 24 years old.
The Nigerian Football Federation expressed excitement over Okonkwo's commitment, viewing him as a valuable addition to their goalkeeping options.
Okonkwo joined Wrexham from Crewe and has helped the club achieve promotions to the second-tier Championship.
Nigeria has not qualified for the last two World Cups.