Career Timeline of Noah Okafor: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Noah Okafor, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Noah Okafor is a Swiss professional footballer known for his versatility as a forward and winger. He currently plays for AC Milan in Italy and represents the Switzerland national team. Okafor is recognized for his speed, dribbling skills, and goal-scoring ability. He is considered a promising talent in European football.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2009: Moved to Basel Youth

In 2009, Okafor moved from local team FC Arisdorf to the youth academy of Basel, continuing through all stages of their youth development.

2017: Started Playing for Basel

Between 2017 and 2020, Okafor played a total of 72 games for Basel, scoring nine goals across various competitions.

January 2018: Signed First Professional Contract with Basel

In January 2018, Okafor signed his first professional contract with Basel under head coach Raphaël Wicky.

May 2018: Played for the U-18 Team

Okafor played his first game for the Swiss U-18 team on May 9, 2018, in a 1–1 draw against the Italy U-18 team.

May 2018: First Team Debut for Basel

On May 19, 2018, Okafor debuted for Basel's first team in a home game against FC Luzern, being substituted in the 34th minute for the injured Mohamed Elyounoussi, with the game ending in a 2–2 draw.

July 2018: First Goal for Basel

On July 28, 2018, during the second round of the 2018–19 season, Okafor scored his first goal for Basel in a 1–1 away draw against Xamax.

June 2019: Senior National Team Debut

On June 9, 2019, Okafor made his debut for the senior Switzerland national team in the 2019 UEFA Nations League third-place game against England, as a substitute.

January 2020: Signed for Red Bull Salzburg

On January 31, 2020, Okafor signed for Red Bull Salzburg.

2020: Played last game for Basel

Between 2017 and 2020, Okafor played a total of 72 games for Basel, scoring nine goals across various competitions.

2020: AC Milan win against Udinese

On 20 January 2024, he came off the bench to score a stoppage-time winner against Udinese, it was the first win for AC Milan in the former's stadium since 2020.

November 2021: First International Goal

On November 15, 2021, Okafor scored his first international goal for Switzerland in their World Cup qualifying game against Bulgaria, securing Switzerland's qualification for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

December 2021: Scored Champions League Goal, Secured Round of 16 Spot

On December 8, 2021, Okafor scored the only goal in the game as Salzburg defeated Sevilla in the Champions League group stage match, securing progression to the Round of 16 and making Salzburg the first Austrian club to qualify for the knockout stages of the Champions League.

September 2022: Champions League Goal vs. AC Milan

On September 7, 2022, Okafor scored a notable goal during a Champions League group stage match against AC Milan, resulting in a 1–1 draw. He outmaneuvered Milan's defender Pierre Kalulu and goalkeeper Mike Maignan.

2022: FIFA World Cup

Okafor secured Switzerland's qualification for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

July 2023: Signed with AC Milan

On July 22, 2023, Okafor signed for Italian Serie A side AC Milan until June 30, 2028.

August 2023: Serie A Debut

On August 21, 2023, Okafor made his Serie A debut for AC Milan against Bologna.

September 2023: First Goal for AC Milan

On September 27, 2023, Okafor scored his first goal for AC Milan in a 3–1 away victory against Cagliari.

January 2024: Scored stoppage-time winner against Udinese

On 20 January 2024, he came off the bench to score a stoppage-time winner against Udinese, it was the first win for AC Milan in the former's stadium since 2020.