English professional footballer Bukayo Ayoyinka Saka who was born on September 5, 2001, plays as a winger, left-back, or midfielder for Premier League side Arsenal and the England national team. As one of the best young football players in the world, Saka is renowned for his attacking incisiveness and creativity.
Prior to attending Greenford Outstanding School, he attended Edward Betham Church of England Primary School, where he earned high marks in his GCSEs, earning four A*s and three As.
Saka played youth football for the neighborhood team Greenford Celtic before signing with Arsenal.
His parents left Nigeria for London as economic migrants. Yomi, Saka’s father, was a major inspiration for him during his football career, the player said in an interview.
Is Bukayo Saka a Nigerian?
Yes. Both his parents are Nigerians of the Yoruba tribe. His name, “Bukayo,” means “adds to happiness” in the Yoruba language, which is common in southern Nigeria.
Where was Bukayo Saka born?
The younger of two children, Saka was born to Yoruba Nigerian parents Adenike and Yomi Saka in Ealing, Greater London.
