From Declan Rice to Abedi Pele, these Afrobeats bangers score big like the football legends they reference!
Afrobeats and football share a deep connection—both ignite passion, unite fans, and dominate conversations across Africa and beyond. It’s no surprise, then, that some of the biggest Afrobeats hits have been inspired by legendary footballers. From Odumodublvck’s energetic drill anthem Declan Rice to Ruger’s smooth Jay Jay.
Here are 20 Afrobeats songs named after football stars.
1. Odumodublvck – Declan Rice
Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck released Declan Rice in…