Rufai Abubakar: 18-year-old Nigerian goalkeeper joins Central Coast Mariners in Australia

Author: Elmut PintoPublished on: October 5, 2026Country: Australia

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Rufai Abubakar: 18-year-old Nigerian goalkeeper joins Central Coast Mariners in Australia

Rufai Abubakar, an 18-year-old Nigerian goalkeeper, has joined the Australian club Central Coast Mariners. The transfer was announced by Africa Top Sports, confirming his move to the Australian league. Abubakar is regarded as a promising young talent in Nigerian football. No further details about the contract length were provided.

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