Player Profile: Yahaya Iliyasu

Player Profile: Yahaya Iliyasu

By Niyi Busari

Former Marafa FC and Savannah FC winger, Yahaya Iliyasu born 10th February, 2001 in Lapai, Niger state, Nigeria is a forward with good final passes that locate attackers with a tap in to score.

Iliyasu is always a thorn in the flesh of the opponents following his dribbling skills and accurate crosses. He helps his team defense when not in possession. A very quick and fast winger that club relied on counter attack to break opponents defense. 

Dark with 1.65m height, the right foot Lapai Football Academy sharp winger can also score from outside 18 yards with long range shot.