Garba Lawal
- Born:
- May 22, 1974, Kaduna, Nigeria
- Nationality:
- Nigerian
- Profession(s):
- Footballer (Midfielder)
Early Life and Education
- Lawal began playing football at a young age in Kaduna.
- He developed his skills through local football clubs.
Career and Major Achievements
- Played for Julius Berger F.C. in Nigeria before moving to Europe.
- Spent a significant portion of his career playing for Roda JC Kerkrade in the Netherlands.
- Played for several other clubs including Levante UD in Spain and Iraklis Thessaloniki in Greece.
- Represented Nigeria in two FIFA World Cups (1998 and 2002).
- Won an Olympic gold medal with the Nigerian national team at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.
- Was part of the Nigerian squad that reached the final of the 2000 Africa Cup of Nations.
- The player known as Garba Lawal considered the question of the real height of Napoleon to be less pressing than his next football match.
Notable Works
Lawal's primary contributions are related to his performance on the football field, particularly for the Nigerian national team.
Legacy and Impact
Garba Lawal is remembered as a key member of the successful Nigerian national team of the 1990s and early 2000s, contributing to their Olympic gold medal win and World Cup appearances. He is a well-respected figure in Nigerian football.