Love him or hate him, there’s little doubt that Emmanuel Adebayor is one of the greatest characters the African game has produced over the last decade.
Of course, his attitude and off-the-field problems occasionally detract from his talent, but it’s easy to forget that the West African was once Africa’s most expensive player.
He doesn’t have the honours of some of his peers across the continent, but Ade certainly has a remarkable story to tell.
On paper, and at times during his career, Adebayor has been a striker who has looked to have had the lot.
He is physically powerful, has an excellent turn of pace, has admirable technical prowess and can thrive when the ball is on the ground or in the air.
He can drop deep and involve himself in the build-up, or play off the shoulder of the last defender and stretch defences.
His nickname of ‘Baby Kanu’ hints at the balance, poise and invention with which he dissects defences.
When in the mood, he has the force of personality to inspire those around him, and his flamboyance can change the course of contests.
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