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Daniel Akpeyi was born on 3 August, 1986 in Nnewi, Nigeria, is a Nigerian footballer. Discover Daniel Akpeyi's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 37 years old?

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Age 37 years old
Zodiac Sign Leo
Born 3 August 1986
Birthday 3 August
Birthplace Nnewi, Nigeria
Nationality Nigeria

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Daniel Akpeyi Height, Weight & Measurements

At 37 years old, Daniel Akpeyi height is 1.87 m and Weight 207 lbs.

Physical Status
Height 1.87 m
Weight 207 lbs
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Dating & Relationship status

He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.

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Daniel Akpeyi Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Daniel Akpeyi worth at the age of 37 years old? Daniel Akpeyi’s income source is mostly from being a successful footballer. He is from Nigeria. We have estimated Daniel Akpeyi's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2024 Under Review
Net Worth in 2023 Pending
Salary in 2023 Under Review
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Source of Income footballer

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Timeline

1986

Daniel Akpeyi (born 3 August 1986) is a Nigerian professional footballer who currently plays as a goalkeeper for South African club Moroka Swallows F.C..

2005

Akpeyi began his career with Gabros International F.C. and was promoted to the first team in 2005, but moved to Nasarawa United F.C. in January 2007.

He was an undisputed starter for both clubs.

Akpeyi was a member of the Nigeria national under-20 football team at 2005 FIFA World Youth Championship in Netherlands and was in the 22-man squad before the Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics, but did not see action in either tournament.

2010

Akpeyi joined Heartland F.C. for their 2010 CAF Champions League campaign, and was again first-choice.

2014

In February 2014, it was announced that he had left Heartland to join league rivals Warri Wolves, but a few days later, Heartland denied the move by an official statement, stating that they had no intention to sell their first choice goalkeeper.

In the following month, however, the deal was confirmed again and Akpeyi joined Warri Wolves.

He was also called up to the 23-man squad for the 2014 African Nations Championship as a backup to Chigozie Agbim.

On 6 May 2014, Akpeyi was named in the 30-man provisional squad ahead of 2014 FIFA World Cup.

2015

In 2015, he signed a two-year deal with Chippa.

He made his first full cap in 2015, called in for the friendly vs. South Africa as a replacement for an injured Vincent Enyeama.

He saved a penalty and was lauded for his strong keeping in his Man of the Match performance.

2016

Akpeyi married his long time girl friend Emmanuella Ebert-Kalu in December 2016.

He was selected by Nigeria for their 35-man provisional squad for the 2016 Summer Olympics.

2018

In July 2018, they welcomed their first child, Prince Jason Akpeyi, who was born in Port Elizabeth.

In May 2018 he was named in Nigeria's preliminary 30-man squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.

2019

In 2019, he signed with Kaizer Chiefs (nicknamed the Amakhosi).

After being without a club in 2022, he was fancied by Sekhukhune United but the deal failed to materialise.

Akpeyi was included in the team's final 23-man list to 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.

He kept clean sheets in the team's first two matches.

In the final group match Ikechukwu Ezenwa conceded twice in Nigeria's 2–0 defeat to Madagascar.

Akpeyi returned to the starting line up in the round of 16 match against the indomitable lions of Cameroon where he conceded 2 goals in his teams 3 - 2 victory.

He was also in goal in the team's Q. Final victory over South Africa and their 2 - 1 S. final lost to Algeria.

Francis Uzoho was in goal for the third place match against Tunisia.

2020

He is credited for founding the Daniel Akpeyi Children Empowerment Foundation (Dacef) the non profitable organization was founded in 2020.

The foundation aim is to help develop Africa by helping the less privileged children get quality Education.

Recently, the Dacef reached out to people in the locations of Gauteng, Johannesburg during the Covid19 worldwide lockdown.

On 29 January 2020, Akpeyi prolonged his agreement with the South African Premier Soccer League by signing a two-year contract that will retain him with the Amakhosi until June 2022.

On 25 December 2021, he was selected by Nigeria interim coach Eguavoen as one of the 28-man squad final draft for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations.