Photo: Stephen McCarthy/SportsfileAndrew Omobamidele was born the week after the Republic of Ireland were knocked out of the World Cup by Spain in 2002 and he’s never been to the Aviva Stadium. Life comes at everyone fast and the Leixlip teenager has enjoyed his speedy elevation to prominence in the space of a short few months. Omobamidele started his first Championship game for Norwich at the beginning of April and remained in the side on their successful charge to Premier League promotion. Omobamidele was once deemed only good enough for the third team at Leixlip United so it would be a stretch to say he was always tipped to succeed. Being born and raised in Ireland it’s a dream to be playing with the senior team.

Source: Irish Independent May 27, 2021 01:30 UTC