Yusuf Abdullahi Tsamage

Yusuf Abdullahi Tsamage is a Nigerian professional footballer who plays as a forward for Kano Pillars F.C. in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).

Early life

Abdullahi is from Kano State, Nigeria. He progressed through the youth system of Kano Pillars F.C. before being promoted to the senior team.

Club career

Abdullahi was promoted to the senior squad of Kano Pillars F.C. ahead of the 2023–24 NPFL season.On 3 December 2023, he scored five goals in Kano Pillars’ 5–2 away win over Gombe United in the NPFL.Following the match, Kano Pillars technical adviser Abdullahi Maikaba described the performance and indicated that the player could be considered for national team selection.

International career

In 2024, Abdullahi was invited to a Nigeria under-20 national team training camp ahead of the African Games.

Style of play

Abdullahi plays mainly as a forward. He has been described in match reports as an attacking player deployed in advanced positions.