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  Peter Rufai, one of Africa’s best goalkeepers in history, who has just passed away recently, had a couple of intriguing stints in Europe. The former Nigerian international goalkeeper in the 1990s has reportedly departed following his illness lately. It is another piece of devastating news in football, as another footballer, Liverpool’s Diogo Jota, has just lost his life due to a car crash. Rufai was one of several former Nigerian squad members in the 1994 FIFAWorld Cup who had gone from this world . The other names were Stephen Keshi, Uche Okafor, and Wilfred Agbonavbare. During his playing years, the goalie who appeared in two FIFA World Cup editions, 1994 and 1998, had several spells in Europe. Although he was mainly named understudy, he had some notable moments worth remembering in his career at the club level, beside his performance with the Super Eagles in major international tournaments. Here are the highlights of the shot stopper who had royal blood from the Idimu tr...

  Several African goalkeepers have managed to thrive in European top leagues with either silverware or individual accolades plus sealing their first choice spot. African goalkeepers have been able to gain more opportunities in European major leagues. Some have even been playing for the elite sides and won major trophies. However, not many of them were able to stay for long and have consistent form.  This season, Manchester United shot stopper, Andre Onana, is undoubtedly one of the best African goalkeepers in UEFA’s major leagues. The Red Devils are his third big club in his career. Previously, he was the key man in Ajax Amsterdam and Inter Milan.  Unfortunately, his stint to Old Trafford has been more notorious for his number of crucial errors. Onana’s future as the number one between the sticks is once again under threat following the series of his below par form leading to his team's defeats. Manchester United has been reportedly eyeing for a new goalie for next ...