Ime Okon
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
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Honours
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Records
Ime Okon's most significant achievement to date is being a key member of the South Africa squad that reached the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time in the nation's history. Playing every minute of the tournament, he demonstrated remarkable consistency and composure on the biggest stage. His performances have earned him recognition as one of the most promising young defenders in African football, and he is expected to be a cornerstone of Bafana Bafana for years to come.
Honours & Distinctions
FIFA World Cup 2026 Participant
Represented South Africa at the 2026 World Cup, playing every minute of the tournament.
First World Cup Knockout Appearance
Part of the first South Africa squad to reach a World Cup knockout round.
Records & Feats
Played every minute of South Africa's 2026 World Cup campaign
Okon played all 360 minutes for South Africa at the 2026 World Cup, leading the team in minutes played.