Emmanuel Adebayor, the retired Togo international, has publicly embraced his Yoruba roots in a video circulating widely on social platforms. The former striker, speaking the language fluently, identified himself by his full name, Oluwalosheyi Emmanuel Adebayor, and declared he cannot reject his ancestral identity.
The 41-year-old forward made history as the first African player to represent both Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur, the rival north London clubs, during his career. Adebayor also had a stint with Real Madrid and contributed 104 goals plus 35 assists across 255 appearances for the two English sides. Born in Lomé to parents Adeyi Adebayor and Alice Adekanye, he represented Togo throughout his international career.
The 41-year-old forward made history as the first African player to represent both Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur, the rival north London clubs, during his career. Adebayor also had a stint with Real Madrid and contributed 104 goals plus 35 assists across 255 appearances for the two English sides. Born in Lomé to parents Adeyi Adebayor and Alice Adekanye, he represented Togo throughout his international career.
