Former Super Eagles Duo Charged To Court For Fraud In The UK

A former Nigerian footballer Sam Sodje and three of his brothers have been charged following a long-running investigation into a charity they run.

Sam Sodje, 37, who played for Reading n the Premier League and has 4 caps for Nigeria, is due in court next month.

He also played for Watford, West Bromwich Albion ans 5 other clubs during a career which came to an end in 2013. 

Sodje and his brothers Efe, Stephen and Bright were charged with fraudulent trading following a probe by the National Crime Agency into allegations of irregularities at the Sodje Sports Foundation (SSF).

As a registered charity, the SSF enjoyed tax exemptions and other benefits.

Sam Sodje was born in Greenwich, south east London, but played at international level for Nigeria, from where his family originate.

Efe Sodje, 44, represented Nigeria in the 2000 African Cup of Nations and the 2002 World Cup. 

He played as a defender for Luton Town, Colchester United, Crewe Alexandra, Huddersfield Town, Yeovil Town, Southend United, Gillingham and Bury.

Bright Sodje, 50, used to play rugby league for Sheffield Eagles, Wakefield Wildcats and Hull KR.