American Rapper and Nigerian Goalkeeper Spark Fresh Dating Rumours in Italy

(Cardi B and Maduka Okoye. Photo by Smiley Morning Show)

An American music star, Cardi B and a Nigerian goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye have been spotted together in Italy for the third time, fuelling speculation that the two might be dating.

The latest sighting happened on September 3, just before the goalkeeper's club played a cup match.

The pair were seen casually interacting in Italy.

Their club won 2-1 in the match that followed, though it is unclear if the rapper was there specifically for that game.

This is the third time the two have been seen together in public.

The rapper and goalkeeper were first seen side by side at a major fashion event in Paris in July, where they sat near each other and later chatted on a balcony at a private gathering.

They were later spotted dining together at a waterfront restaurant in Venice with a group of friends.

According to reports, the rapper spoke positively about the goalkeeper at the dinner.

The latest sighting continues to fuel online speculation about whether the two are in a relationship.

However, neither the rapper nor the goalkeeper has publicly confirmed they are dating.

The times they have been seen together have involved other people as well, so the exact nature of their connection remains unclear.

The goalkeeper plays professionally for an Italian football club and represents Nigeria at international level.

He was born in Germany to a Nigerian father and German mother.

The 26-year-old has drawn attention for appearances at high-profile fashion and sports events beyond his football career.

Cardi B and Maduka Okoye spotted in Udine on Tuesday night, hours before Udinese's Coppa Italia fixture against Venezia.

Despite the rumours so far, there's no official confirmation the rapper will attend the game at the Bluenergy Stadium pic.twitter.com/l7rabml2PI

— Cleverly 💐 (@Cleverlydey4u) September 3, 2026