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STRASBOURG, FRANCE - MAY 4: Andrew Omobamidele of Strasbourg, Fabian Ruiz Pena of PSG during the Ligue 1 football match between RC Strasbourg Alsace (RCSA) and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at Stade de la Meinau on May 4, 2025 in Strasbourg, France. (Photo by

Omobamidele signs permanent deal with Strasbourg

Republic of Ireland defender Andrew Omobamidele has completed a permanent move from Nottingham Forest to Strasbourg for a fee in the region of €8m.

Soccer • 24 Jun

Transfers: Walker to AC, Omobamidele joins Strasbourg

Manchester City defender Kyle Walker has joined AC Milan on loan for the rest of the season while Andrew Omobamidele has agreed a loan deal with Strasbourg.

Soccer • 24 Jan

Andrew Omobamidele impressing on his debut against Portugal in Faro

Waiting game reaping rewards for in-form Omobamidele

It is no exaggeration to state that Andrew Omobamidele burst onto the international scene; sprung from the bench in the first half of an away World Cup qualifier, tasked with thwarting a Cristiano Ronaldo-led Portuguese attack.

Soccer • 21 Mar 24

Omobamidele left out of Ireland squad to play France

Andrew Omobamidele has been left out of the finalised Republic of Ireland squad to play France tonight.

Soccer • 07 Sep 23

Andrew Omobamidele comes into the Ireland squad

Omobamidele called up by Ireland due to Egan concerns

Andrew Omobamidele has been called up to the Republic of Ireland squad to play France and Netherlands in Euro 2024 qualifiers next week.

Soccer • 03 Sep 23

Andrew Omobamidele has joined Nottingham Forest

Omobamidele and Cannon complete deadline day moves

Republic of Ireland defender Andrew Omobamidele and U21 striker Tom Cannon both completed late transfer deadline day moves on Friday evening.

Soccer • 02 Sep 23

Omobamidele relishing Mbappe challenge after tough year

Andrew Omobamidele made an instant impression after breaking into the Republic of Ireland senior side. A bad back injury derailed his progress, but the Norwich City defender is fully fit again and embracing the challenge of trying to shackle Kylian Mbappe.

Soccer • 21 Mar 23

Adam Idah and Andrew Omobamidele have had an injury-hit 2022

Idah and Omobamidele ready for Norwich return

Republic of Ireland internationals Adam Idah and Andrew Omobamidele are back from injury and available to play for their club Norwich City, according to manager Dean Smith.

Soccer • 09 Dec 22

Omobamidele has picked up a groin injury

Scales replaces injured Omobamidele in Ireland squad

Aberdeen's Liam Scales had replaced the injured Andrew Omobomidele in the Republic of Ireland squad for the Nations League fixtures against Scotland and Armenia.

Soccer • 19 Sep 22

Michael Obafemi celebrates after scoring against Scotland

Kenny: 'There are two or three sides to every story'

Despite not playing for his club Swansea City since before transfer deadline day, Michael Obafemi is firmly in the plans of manager Stephen Kenny.

Soccer • 15 Sep 22

Norwich City's Kieran Dowell scores their side's third goal

Championship round-up: Norwich continue winning streak

Norwich made it five consecutive league wins to go top of the Sky Bet Championship with a 3-0 win against Coventry.

Soccer • 03 Sep 22

Omobamidele's goal helped Norwich to turn things around against Birmingham

Hogan and Omobamidele on target as Blades go top

Sheffield United, captained by John Egan, soared to the top of the Championship table following a commanding 4-0 victory over Reading, who had been first before tonight's fixtures.

Soccer • 31 Aug 22

Championship round-up: Omobamidele excels once again

Josh Brownhill scored a brace for Burnley as they thrashed Wigan 5-1 to to earn their second win in the Championship this season.

Soccer • 27 Aug 22

Dean Smith was pleased with Andrew Omobamidele's performance

Omobamidele shines in Canaries' defeat of Millwall

Republic of Ireland defender Andrew Omobamidele earned the praise of Norwich City boss Dean Smith after his composed, commanding display helped the Canaries to a 2-0 win against Millwall on Friday night.

Soccer • 20 Aug 22

Idah missed the end of last season for club and country

Adam Idah nearing Norwich training return

Republic of Ireland striker Adam Idah is nearing a return for Norwich after a six-month injury absence.

Soccer • 12 Aug 22

Andrew Omobamidele has penned a deal to keep him at Carrow Road until 2026

Omobamidele signs new Norwich City contract

Norwich defender Andrew Omobamidele has signed a contract extension to keep him at the club until 2026.

Soccer • 06 Jun 22

Andrew Omobamidele has won five Ireland caps since his debut last September

Injury setback for Omobamidele, O'Shea on right track

Republic of Ireland defender Andrew Omobamidele has suffered a 'setback' in his recovery from a back injury at Norwich, while Dara O'Shea is hopeful of more minutes for West Brom after returning to first-team action on Wednesday.

Soccer • 11 Feb 22

Ryan Sessegnon battles for possession with Andrew Omobamidele

Irish duo start as Norwich fall to defeat to Tottenham

A stunning goal from Lucas Moura helped Tottenham remain unbeaten in the Premier League under Antonio Conte as they beat Norwich 3-0.

Soccer • 05 Dec 21

'We're an improving team, we're not perfect. We still have some work to do to get better'

Kenny confident Omobamidele will face Luxembourg

Stephen Kenny is confident that Andrew Omobamidele will be available for Republic of Ireland's final World Cup qualifier against Luxembourg on Sunday.

Soccer • 13 Nov 21

Andrew Omobamidele put in an impressive performance off the bench in Portugal

Updated Omobamidele misses Portugal clash with Achilles injury

Andrew Omobamidele has been omitted from the Republic of Ireland squad for tonight's World Cup qualifier against Portugal at the Aviva Stadium.

Soccer • 11 Nov 21

Leixlip's Andrew Omobamidele has been making his mark for club and country

Recognition giving Andrew Omobamidele extra motivation

Andrew Omobamidele will prepare to lock horns with Cristiano Ronaldo for the second time in his fledgling international career with the praise of Irish football royalty still ringing in his ears.

Soccer • 10 Nov 21

Andrew Omobamidele is in line for a fifth start for his country

'He trusted me' - Omobamidele thankful to Farke

Ireland's Andrew Omobamidele will "be forever grateful" for the trust shown in him by the now former Norwich City manager Daniel Farke.

Soccer • 10 Nov 21

Omobamidele: First Premier League goal 'bittersweet'

Andrew Omobamidele admitted his first Premier League goal felt "bittersweet" as Norwich City's relegation worries deepened following a 2-1 defeat to Leeds United on Sunday.

Soccer • 31 Oct 21

For the first time in his Ireland career, Stephen Kenny is getting the rub of the green

Big wins indicate progress but greater challenges await

Stephen Kenny's luck appears to have finally turned but while the desire to see his project and ideals succeed is obvious, we can't get carried away by wins against Qatar and Azerbaijan.

Soccer • 14 Oct 21

Andrew Omobamidele closes down Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

Omobamidele keen to pit himself against the best

Republic of Ireland centre-back Andrew Omobamidele feels he is benefitting from being thrown in against players like Cristiano Ronaldo and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang early in his career.

Soccer • 12 Sep 21