Bartholomew Ogbeche: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Bartholomew Ogbeche: profile

Bartholomew Ogbeche (born 1 October 1984 in Ogoja, Nigeria) is a former Nigerian footballer who played as a forward.

Ogbeche's senior club career began in 2001 at Paris Saint-Germain FC. He played for 12 clubs in 6 countries since 2001. The busiest spell of his career was at Paris Saint-Germain FC (2001–2005): 57 appearances and 6 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 294 appearances and 60 goals.

At international level, Ogbeche represented Nigeria (2002–2004), earning 11 caps and scoring 3 goals.

Eligibility explained: Why does Bartholomew Ogbeche play for Nigeria?

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2002 (aged about 18)
Countries played in: 6: France, United Arab Emirates, Spain, Greece, United Kingdom and Netherlands
Club goals per game: 0.20 (60 in 294)
Height: 177 cm — taller than 36% of Nigerian internationals on record
Latest move: Willem II (2016)
Shares a birthday with: George Weah, William Troost-Ekong and Trézéguet (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2001–2005	Paris Saint-Germain FC	Ligue 1	57	6
2004	SC Bastia	Ligue 2	15	2
2005	FC Metz	Ligue 2	12	1
2005–2006	Al Jazira Club	UAE Pro League	16	5
2006–2007	Deportivo Alavés	La Liga	29	5
2007–2009	Real Valladolid	LaLiga 2	35	3
2009–2010	Cádiz Club de Fútbol	LaLiga 2	28	9
2010–2011	A.O. Kavalas (association football)	Gamma Ethniki	20	1
2011–2012	Middlesbrough F.C.	EFL Championship	17	3
2013	Xerez C.D.	Tercera División	8	1
2014–2016	SC Cambuur	Eredivisie	57	24
2016–	Willem II	Eredivisie	–	–
	Total		294	60

Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2002–2004	Nigeria	Senior	11	3

Frequently asked questions

How old is Bartholomew Ogbeche?

Bartholomew Ogbeche was born on 1 October 1984, which makes him 42 years old.

Where was Bartholomew Ogbeche born?

Bartholomew Ogbeche was born in Ogoja, Nigeria.

Which national team does Bartholomew Ogbeche play for?

Bartholomew Ogbeche played international football for Nigeria. He has 11 caps and 3 goals on record.

Which clubs has Bartholomew Ogbeche played for?

Bartholomew Ogbeche's recorded clubs are Paris Saint-Germain FC, SC Bastia, FC Metz, Al Jazira Club, Deportivo Alavés, Real Valladolid, Cádiz Club de Fútbol, A.O. Kavalas (association football), Middlesbrough F.C., Xerez C.D., SC Cambuur and Willem II.

How tall is Bartholomew Ogbeche?

Bartholomew Ogbeche is 177 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.

What position does Bartholomew Ogbeche play?

Bartholomew Ogbeche played as a forward.