Born on this day in the ancient city of Kano, Nigeria, is former Sunderland midfielder Dickson Etuhu.
Etuhu grew up in Northern Nigeria, but moved to London aged seven as his family sought treatment for his sister, who was diagnosed with cancer.
Sadly, his sister passed away. His mother insisted their family stayed in England, which is where Etuhu was introduced to football. Dickson came though Manch