West, Taribo

AC Milan & Nigeria

Birthdate: March 26, 1974
Birthplace: Lagos, Nigeria
Height: 180 cm
Weight: 80 kg
Position: Defender
International: 19 caps, 0 goals
World Cups: 1 (1998)
Previous Clubs: Sharks, Rangers International, Julius Berger, Auxerre, Inter Milan
Transfer Fee: -
Taribo West can best be described as the "Lionheart" of the Super Eagles. For some time now, he has defended Nigeria's footballing honor, patrolling the center of defense like an intimidating NBA center, who swats away all attempts on goal. An emotional, as well as high energy player, Taribo's has never been the most balletic player out there. Rather his game has always been more about passion, speed, force and determination. Nicknamed "Rastaman."