Nwankwo Kanu is a retired Nigerian footballer, born on August 1, 1976. He is best known for his time as a forward with clubs like Ajax, Inter Milan, and Arsenal. Kanu was celebrated for his skillful play, height, and ability to score crucial goals, contributing significantly to his teams' successes. Kanu also had a notable international career, representing the Nigerian national team in multiple tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup and the Africa Cup of Nations. He played a key role in Nigeria's victory at the 1996 Olympics, where the team won the gold medal in football.