Paul Onuachu, who is currently with the Super Eagles at the 2025 AFCON in Morocco, has opened up on his football career and life in a revealing interview published by the official magazine of his Turkish club Trabzonspor.
Onuachu, who is the leading scorer in the Turkish Super Lig, said that his biggest football wish is to “play and score a goal in a UEFA Champions League final”, while the toughest aspect of a football career is when some people judge you not knowing the physical and psychological challenges you often have to endure.
Other revelations in this interview are:
His most unforgettable goal: spectacular goal vs Konyaspor
Toughest opponent: Virgil van Dijk of Liverpool
Most memorable match: FC Midtylland beating Manchester United with him scoring the winner
Favourite meal – Rice and chicken
Life philosophy: Nothing can spoil his mood
Happiest day: When he married his beautiful wife
He biggest fear is losing someone he loves and he does not allow for “fake friends”
