Burna Boy Names Jay Jay Okocha and Pele as His Football GOATs
The Grammy‑winning Nigerian artiste Damini Ogulu, widely known as Burna Boy, has shared his personal take on football’s greatest players.
When asked to name the greatest footballer of all time, Burna Boy pointed to former Super Eagles captain Austin “Jay Jay” Okocha and Brazilian legend Pelé, making it clear he does not want to enter the endless Messi versus Ronaldo debate.
“I will say Jay Jay Okocha. It is between him and Pelé. I am not doing that Ronaldo or Messi stuff,” he stated.
Favourite Striker and Club Allegiances
The Afrobeats star also named England captain and Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane as his favourite striker of all time, praising the Premier League and Bundesliga star for his goal‑scoring prowess.
Burna Boy revealed that Manchester United is the English club he supports, highlighting Kobbie Mainoo – the academy‑graduated midfielder – as his current favourite player at Old Trafford.
In addition, he singled out Barcelona teenage sensation Lamine Yamal as the best young footballer in the world today.
While continuing to balance his music career with his passion for football, Burna Boy’s comments add a fresh Nigerian perspective to the global GOAT conversation.
