English Premier League
“Wilfred Ndidi surpasses Jay Jay Okocha’s Premier League assist record
By Monsurah Olatunji
Nigeria international Wilfred Ndidi has etched his name into Premier League history by surpassing the legendary Jay Jay Okocha’s record for assists. Ndidi achieved this milestone in Leicester City’s 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.
The 27-year-old midfielder, playing an attacking role for Leicester City, provided crucial assists for both of the Foxes’ goals, scored by Jamie Vardy and Stephy Mavididi. Despite Leicester City’s lead of 2-0, Palace mounted a comeback to level the match.
Ndidi’s two assists on Saturday brought his total to 12, surpassing Okocha’s career tally of 10 Premier League assists. Okocha, a revered figure in Nigerian football, made 125 Premier League appearances for Bolton Wanderers, scoring 14 goals and providing 10 assists before leaving England.
While Nwankwo Kanu remains the all-time leader for Nigerian players with 33 Premier League assists, Ndidi now ranks behind Peter Odemwingie and Victor Anichebe in the assist records.
Premier League assist table for Super Eagles players:
Nwankwo Kanu – 33 assists
Shola Ameobi – 31 assists
Alex Iwobi – 30 assists
Kelechi Iheanacho – 25 assists
Victor Moses – 20 assists
Peter Odemwingie – 15 assists
Victor Anichebe – 13 assists
Wilfred Ndidi – 12 assists
Austin Okocha – 10 assists
