Sari Abacha facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Sanni Abacha | ||
| Date of birth | 26 October 1978 | ||
| Place of birth | Nigeria | ||
| Date of death | 3 October 2013 (aged 34) | ||
| Height | 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Sweeper | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1996–1997 | Shooting Stars F.C. | ||
| 1998–2000 | Kwara United F.C. | ||
| 2001 | Enyimba International F.C. | ||
| 2002 | Sharks F.C. | ||
| 2003–2013 | Kwara United F.C. | ||
| International career | |||
| 1999 | Nigeria | 2 | (0) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 24 September 2007 | |||
Sanni Sari Abacha (born 26 October 1978 – died 3 October 2013) was a talented Nigerian footballer. He was known for playing as a sweeper. A sweeper is a defender who plays behind the main defensive line. Their job is to "sweep up" any loose balls or stop attacking players who get past the other defenders. Sari Abacha was a strong player who helped protect his team's goal.
His Football Journey
Sari Abacha started his professional football career in 1996. His first team was Shooting Stars F.C.. He played there for a couple of years.
Club Moves
- In 2001, he moved to Kwara United F.C.. He played with them for about 17 months.
- After that, he joined Enyimba International F.C.. This was another big step in his career.
- Later in 2002, he moved to Sharks F.C.. He continued to show his skills as a sweeper.
- In 2007, Sari Abacha made a special return. He went back to his former team, Kwara United F.C.. He played for them until 2013.
Playing for Nigeria
Sari Abacha also had the honor of playing for his country. In 1999, he played for the Nigerian national team. He represented Nigeria in two international matches.
Legacy
Sari Abacha sadly passed away in 2013. He is remembered as a dedicated footballer from Nigeria. His career showed his commitment to the sport.
