| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Thompson Oliha | ||
| Date of birth | (1968-10-04)4 October 1968 | ||
| Place of birth | Benin City,Nigeria | ||
| Date of death | 30 June 2013(2013-06-30) (aged 44) | ||
| Place of death | Ilorin, Nigeria | ||
| Position | Midfielder | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1985–1987 | Bendel Insurance | ||
| 1988–1991 | Iwuanyanwu Nationale | ||
| 1992–1994 | Africa Sports | ||
| 1994–1995 | Maccabi Ironi Ashdod | 21 | (1) |
| 1995–1996 | Antalyaspor | 20 | (4) |
| International career | |||
| 1988–1994 | Nigeria | 31 | (2) |
| * Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Thompson Oliha (4 October 1968 – 30 June 2013) was a Nigerian professionalfootballer who played as amidfielder for clubs in Africa and Europe during an injury-shortened career.
Oliha played forBendel Insurance (1985–1987),Iwuanyanwu Nationale (1988–1991),Africa Sports (1992–1993),Maccabi Ironi Ashdod (1993–1994) andAntalyaspor (1994–1995).[1][2] As a player, he was known for his powerful shots and abilities in the air. Oliha retired at the age of 27, as a result of a serious knee injury.[3]
Oliha made a total of 31 appearances for the fullNigeria national team, scoring two goals. He made his international debut in 1988, in a game againstCameroon and made his last appearance at the1994 FIFA World Cup, as a late substitute againstItaly.[4]
Oliha also played at the1987 FIFA World Youth Championship.[citation needed]
Oliha died due to complications from malaria on 30 June 2013. At the time of his death he was an assistant coach for theKwara Football Academy.[5]
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