By Ollus Ndomu
On October 23, Google paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Nigerian football icon Rashidi Yekini on what would have been his 60th birthday.
The search engine giant honored the memory of the legendary striker by unveiling a touching doodle that recreated a defining moment in Yekini’s illustrious career during the 1994 World Cup.
The doodle, unveiled by Google, captures the essence of one of the most iconic goal celebrations in the history of football.
It features Yekini’s profile, a soccer ball, a net, and a football field in the background.
This memorable celebration served as the inspiration behind Google’s poignant artwork, which graced its homepage.
Rashidi Yekini, a true Nigerian football legend, remains the all-time leading scorer for the Super Eagles with an incredible 37 goals to his name.
While Yekini is no longer with us, his contributions to Nigerian football and his enduring impact on the sport continue to be celebrated.
Yekini’s remarkable career and his passion for the beautiful game have solidified his place as an icon not only in Nigerian but also in African football history.
Rashidi Yekini’s spirit continues to inspire and uplift the footballing world, and this doodle is a touching homage to a true legend.
