Antonio Nusa was born on 17 April 2005. He is a Norwegian professional footballer. He plays as a winger or attacking midfielder for RB Leipzig and the Norway national team.
He started his career at Langhus and moved to Stabæk’s youth section at age 13. He signed his first professional contract with Stabæk in May 2020. He trained with the senior team in early 2021 and signed a new three-year contract in May that year.
On 30 May 2021, he made his Eliteserien debut against Rosenborg. On 27 June 2021, he scored his first goal for the club in a 4-1 defeat against Bodø/Glimt. He made his full debut three days later and scored two goals against Viking FK.
On the last day of the summer 2021 transfer window, he signed with Club Brugge. On 13 September 2022, he scored on his Champions League debut in a 4-0 win against Porto. He became the youngest Norwegian player to feature in the competition. He also became the second youngest player of any nationality to score in the Champions League.
On 13 August 2024, Nusa signed a five-year contract with RB Leipzig. On 24 August 2024, he scored on his Bundesliga debut in a 1-0 win over VfL Bochum.
5 Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About Antonio Nusa
His Name Has a Deep Meaning
Antonio’s full name is Antonio Eromonsele Nordby Nusa. His surname comes from his Nigerian father’s heritage in the Benin Kingdom. It carries a powerful meaning which is “What God says will come to pass”. That is a very special message that connects him to his roots and family history.
He Has a Tattoo for His Grandma
When Antonio was still a young player his grandmother passed away. Before she died he promised her he would become a professional footballer. He now has the words “I promise, Grandma” tattooed on his right arm. He has said she was almost like a second mother to him and this tribute means everything.
He Calls Himself a Chaos Creator
Antonio has a fun way to describe how he plays football. He told Norwegian media that he likes to create chaos on the pitch. He models his game after Neymar because the Brazilian star creates confusion with his dribbling. This style has even earned him the nickname “the Norwegian Neymar” from fans.
He Made Champions League History
In September 2022 Antonio was just 17 years old. He made his Champions League debut for Club Brugge against Porto. He scored in that match which was a 4-0 win away from home. That goal made him the second youngest player ever to score in the Champions League history. It was a huge moment for him.
He Writes Down His Goals Every Year
Antonio has a unique personal ritual to stay focused. He writes down his goals on cards to track his progress every year. This disciplined approach has helped him rise from his local club Langhus IL to the biggest stages in world football. That small town has only 13,000 people so his journey is truly remarkable.
FAQs
Q. When was Antonio Nusa born?
A. Antonio was born on 17 April 2005.
Q. Which club does Antonio Nusa play for?
A. Antonio Nusa plays for RB Leipzig.
Q. Which national team does Antonio Nusa represent?
A. Antonio represents the Norway national team.
Q. When did Antonio Nusa join Club Brugge?
A. Antonio Nusa joined Club Brugge on the final day of the 2021 summer transfer window.
Q. When did Antonio Nusa join RB Leipzig?
A. Antonio joined RB Leipzig on a five-year contract on 13 August 2024.
Q. How did Antonio Nusa perform on his Bundesliga debut?
A. Antonio Nusa scored the winning goal on his Bundesliga debut against VfL Bochum.
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