Oladimeji Lawal
Footballer
Nigeria
Midfielder
Oladimeji Lawal: profile
Oladimeji Lawal (born 24 July 1971 in Ifo, Nigeria) is a former Nigerian footballer who played as a midfielder.
Lawal's senior club career began in 1988 at Bridge F.C.. He played for 5 clubs in 4 countries between 1988 and 1994. The busiest spell of his career was at Real Madrid Castilla (1989–1991): 24 appearances and 0 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 27 appearances and 0 goals.
At international level, Lawal represented Nigeria (1990), earning 3 caps and scoring 1 goal.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1990 (aged about 19)
- Club career
- 1988–1994 (7 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 4: Nigeria, Spain, Belgium and South Africa
- Club goals per game
- 0.00 (0 in 27)
- Latest move
- Hellenic F.C. (1994)
- Shares a birthday with
- Harrison Afful, Khalil Chemmam and Bright Edomwonyi (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988–1989 | Bridge F.C. |
Nigeria Premier Football League | – | – |
| 1989–1991 |  Real Madrid Castilla |
Primera Federación | 24 | 0 |
| 1991–1993 | Shooting Stars SC |
Nigeria Premier Football League | – | – |
| 1993–1994 |  K.V. Kortrijk |
Belgian Pro League | 3 | 0 |
| 1994 |  Hellenic F.C. |
– | – | |
| Total | 27 | 0 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Nigeria |
Senior | 3 | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Oladimeji Lawal?
Oladimeji Lawal was born on 24 July 1971, which makes him 55 years old.
Where was Oladimeji Lawal born?
Oladimeji Lawal was born in Ifo, Nigeria.
Which national team does Oladimeji Lawal play for?
Oladimeji Lawal played international football for Nigeria. He has 3 caps and 1 goal on record.
Which clubs has Oladimeji Lawal played for?
Oladimeji Lawal's recorded clubs are Bridge F.C., Real Madrid Castilla, Shooting Stars SC, K.V. Kortrijk and Hellenic F.C..
What position does Oladimeji Lawal play?
Oladimeji Lawal played as a midfielder.
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