Taye Taiwo inducted into Marseille’s Hall of Fame

Former Nigeria defender Taiwo Taiwo has been inducted into Ligue 1 club Olympique Marseille’s Hall of Fame.
The former European champions confirmed Taiwo’s induction on their X handle.

“Taye Taiwo is in the house tonight as the former Olympien and Super Eagle is inducted into the #OMLegends club,” the club stated.

DAILY POST recalls that Taiwo joined Marseille from the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) club in January 2005.

The 39-year-old made 271 appearances for Les Phocéens, with 25 goals and 23 assists to his name.

The left-back helped Marseille win the Ligue 1 title, French League Cup, and French Super Cup during his time at the club.

He left Marseille for Serie A giants AC Milan in 2011.

Taye Taiwo inducted into Marseille’s Hall of Fame