Chinedu Obasi: profile
Chinedu Obasi (born 1 June 1986 in Enugu, Nigeria) is a former Nigerian footballer who played as a forward.
Obasi made the step into senior football with Lyn 1896 FK in 2005. He played for 5 clubs in 3 countries since 2005. His most appearances came at TSG 1899 Hoffenheim (2007–2012), where he made 91 appearances and scored 25 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 155 appearances and 43 goals.
At international level, Obasi represented Nigeria (2005–2011), earning 21 caps and scoring 4 goals. Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Egypt on 12 January 2010 (Africa Cup of Nations). He also played for Nigeria at under-20 level.
Enugu has produced 41 footballers in our database, including Jay-Jay Okocha, Peter Utaka and John Utaka.
Nationality explained: Why does Chinedu Obasi play for Nigeria?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2005 (aged about 19)
- First international goal
- 2010 – aged 23 (match)
- Countries played in
- 3: Norway, Germany and Sweden
- Club goals per game
- 0.28 (43 in 155)
- Height
- 188 cm — taller than 84% of Nigerian internationals on record
- Latest move
- Schalke 04 (2012)
- Shares a birthday with
- Youssef En-Nesyri, Stéphane Sessègnon and Samuel Inkoom (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–2007 |  Lyn 1896 FK |
1. divisjon football | 29 | 14 |
| 2007–2012 |  TSG 1899 Hoffenheim |
Bundesliga | 91 | 25 |
| 2012 | Schalke 04 |
Bundesliga | 10 | 1 |
| 2012–2015 | Schalke 04 |
Bundesliga | 25 | 3 |
| — |  IF Elfsborg |
Allsvenskan | – | – |
| — | AIK Fotboll |
Allsvenskan | – | – |
| Total | 155 | 43 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–2005 |  Nigeria U20 |
Under-20 | 8 | 3 |
| 2005 | Nigeria U20 |
Under-20 | 8 | 3 |
| 2005–2011 | Nigeria |
Senior | 21 | 4 |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12 Jan 2010 | Egypt 3–1 Nigeria | 12 | Africa Cup of Nations |
*Goals listed are those present in our match-by-match goal database, which is most complete for tournament matches.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Chinedu Obasi?
Chinedu Obasi was born on 1 June 1986, which makes him 40 years old.
Where was Chinedu Obasi born?
Chinedu Obasi was born in Enugu, Nigeria.
Which national team does Chinedu Obasi play for?
Chinedu Obasi played international football for Nigeria. He has 21 caps and 4 goals on record.
Which clubs has Chinedu Obasi played for?
Chinedu Obasi's recorded clubs are Lyn 1896 FK, TSG 1899 Hoffenheim, Schalke 04, IF Elfsborg and AIK Fotboll.
How tall is Chinedu Obasi?
Chinedu Obasi is 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall.
What position does Chinedu Obasi play?
Chinedu Obasi played as a forward.
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