Victor Tolulope Oluwatosin Akinwale (born 6 August 2004) is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for HFX Wanderers in the Canadian Premier League.
Early life Akinwale was born in England and is of Nigerian descent. He developed as a footballer from a young age before joining the academy of Crystal Palace.
Club career
Crystal Palace Akinwale joined the academy of Crystal Palace in 2021 and progressed through the club's youth system. He became a prolific goalscorer at under-18 level and featured in the Under-18 Premier League South.
He later progressed to the club’s under-21 side, competing in Premier League 2.
Loan to Eastbourne Borough In order to gain senior experience, Akinwale joined National League South club Eastbourne Borough on loan in 2025.
HFX Wanderers In February 2026, Akinwale joined HFX Wanderers.
International career Akinwale is eligible to represent both England through birthplace and Nigeria due to ancestry at international level. In June 2022 he scored goals for England U17 against Norway and USA.
Style of play Akinwale plays primarily as a centre-forward. He is known for his pace, movement off the ball, finishing ability, and pressing from the front.
Personal life Akinwale holds English nationality and is of Nigerian heritage.
Career statistics
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueNational CupOtherTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsEastbourne Borough (loan)2025–26National League South1000011111HFX Wanderers2026Canadian Premier League60100070Career total1601011181
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