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Ibrahim Buhari

Ibrahim Buhari (born 8 October 2001) is a Nigerian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for the Swedish club Elfsborg.

Club career

Buhari was a starter for Plateau United in his second season with 6 goals in 38 matches, and helped them come second in the Nigeria Professional Football League. On 29 September 2022, he moved to the Swedish club Elfsborg on a contract until 2026.[1]

International career

In May 2022, Buhari was called up to the senior Nigeria national team for a set of friendlies.[2] In March 2023, he was called up to the Nigeria U23s for qualification matches for the 2024 Olympics.[3]

Playing style

Buhari is a strong and athletic centre-back with good passing skills. He is an offensive weapon during set pieces, and has a good eye for the game.[4]

References

  1. ^ Alao, Seyi (29 September 2022). "Ibrahim Buhari delighted to join IF Elfsborg".
  2. ^ Nigeria, Guardian (11 May 2022). "Yusuf invites Buhari, 29 others to U.S. for Mexico, Ecuador friendlies".
  3. ^ "Nigeria U23s bank on Orban, foreign pros for goals to destroy Guinea – Score Nigeria". Archived from the original on 19 March 2023.
  4. ^ "IF Elfsborg revel in the signing of Ibrahim Buhari". 30 September 2022.