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Adam Uche Idah (/ˈiːdə/ EE-dah;[3] born 11 February 2001) is an Irish professional footballer who plays as a forward for EFL Championship club Swansea City and the Republic of Ireland national team.
Key Information
Early career
[edit]Born in Cork to a Nigerian father and an Irish mother, Idah attended Douglas Community School.[4][5] He started playing football with College Corinthians in 2007 at the age of six.[6] He stayed with the Corinthians for ten years progressing through the youth levels before joining Norwich City as an academy scholar in 2017.[7] In his first season at Norwich Idah played in the Professional Development League in Norwich's Premier League Under-18 side, scoring nine goals in 15 games. He completed a 10-minute hat-trick against Barnsley in the FA Youth Cup before scoring another hat-trick against Tottenham Hotspur in the U18 league.[8] At the end of the season Idah won both the Norwich Under-18 player of the season and the academy player of the year awards.[9]
During his second season at Norwich, Idah was productive in the youth team. He played in the club's under-23 side in Premier League 2, scoring 12 goals in 19 games. At the end of the season Idah was one of the eight nominations for Premier League 2 player of the season.[10] On 4 July 2019, he signed his first professional contract with the club, signing a contract until 2023.[11][12] In the 2019 pre-season, Idah trained with the first team,[13] and was chosen to be part of Norwich's squad on their pre-season tour to Germany.[14][15] In the first game of the tour he came on as a substitute in the 2–2 draw with Arminia Bielefeld,[16] starting his first senior game for Norwich three days later in the friendly against Bonner SC, scoring two goals.[17][18] Idah again featured in Norwich's final game of the tour, coming on as a substitute against Schalke 04.[19]
Club career
[edit]Norwich City
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Idah made his first senior appearance on 27 August 2019, playing the full 90 minutes as Norwich lost 1–0 at Crawley Town in the EFL Cup.[20] He made his Premier League debut as a substitute against Crystal Palace on 1 January 2020[20] before starting Norwich's 2019–20 FA Cup third round match at Preston North End on 4 January, making his FA Cup debut. He scored his first professional hat-trick in the match, his third senior appearance for Norwich.[21] He scored 3 league goals in 17 appearances on the way to his side's 2020–21 EFL Championship title win.[22] On 15 January 2022, Idah scored his first Premier League goal for Norwich City in a 2–1 win against Everton in what was his first start for Norwich City in the Premier League and his first start at Carrow Road.[23]
Celtic
[edit]Idah moved on loan to Celtic on 1 February 2024.[24] He scored two penalties against Hibernian at Easter Road.[25] He also scored the winning goal in the 2024 Scottish Cup final at Hampden Park against Rangers, sealing the League and Cup double.[26]
On 14 August 2024, Idah returned to Celtic on a permanent transfer, signing a five-year contract.[27] He was instrumental in Celtic's final two UEFA Champions League league stage matches against Young Boys and Aston Villa, setting up Celtic's winning goal in the former and scoring twice in the latter.[28][29]
Swansea City
[edit]On 1 September 2025, Idah joined Swansea City of the EFL Championship on a five-year contract in a deal believed to be £6 million.[30] His first goal would come on 4 October 2025, scoring a penalty in a 3–1 loss against Leicester City.[31]
International career
[edit]Idah was born in Cork to a Nigerian father and Irish mother.[32]
He has been a youth international for Ireland.[33] Following Idah's hat-trick for Norwich City against Preston North End on 4 January 2020, Republic of Ireland manager Mick McCarthy hinted that Idah may soon earn a full cap, commenting "He might have just got himself one", while working as a pundit for BT Sport's coverage of the match.[34] On 24 August 2020, Idah was named in the Republic of Ireland senior squad for the first time for the UEFA Nations League games against Bulgaria and Finland, in what was his manager at under 21 level, Stephen Kenny's first squad as senior manager.[35]
On 3 September 2020, on his first call-up for the senior team, he made his debut in a 1–1 draw away to Bulgaria in the 2020–21 UEFA Nations League.[36]
On 19 June 2023, he scored his first goal for Ireland in a 3–0 win against Gibraltar in a UEFA Euro 2024 qualifier.[37]
On 10 September 2023, he scored the opener for Ireland in an eventual 2–1 defeat to Netherlands in a UEFA Euro 2024 qualifier.[38]
Career statistics
[edit]Club
[edit]- As of match played 19 December 2025[39]
| Club | Season | League | National cup[a] | League cup[b] | Europe[c] | Total | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| Norwich City | 2019–20 | Premier League | 12 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | — | 16 | 3 | |
| 2020–21 | Championship | 17 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 17 | 3 | ||
| 2021–22 | Premier League | 17 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — | 21 | 1 | ||
| 2022–23 | Championship | 25 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | — | 27 | 3 | ||
| 2023–24 | Championship | 28 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | — | 34 | 7 | ||
| 2024–25 | Championship | 1 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | — | 1 | 0 | |||
| Total | 100 | 12 | 9 | 4 | 7 | 1 | — | 116 | 17 | |||
| Celtic (loan) | 2023–24 | Scottish Premiership | 15 | 8 | 4 | 1 | — | — | 19 | 9 | ||
| Celtic | 2024–25 | Scottish Premiership | 35 | 13 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 3 | 53 | 20 |
| 2025–26 | Scottish Premiership | 2 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | ||
| Total | 52 | 21 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 12 | 3 | 76 | 29 | ||
| Swansea City | 2025–26 | Championship | 18 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — | 20 | 3 | |
| Career total | 170 | 36 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 3 | 10 | 3 | 212 | 49 | ||
- ^ Includes FA Cup and Scottish Cup
- ^ Includes EFL Cup and Scottish League Cup
- ^ Includes UEFA Champions League
International
[edit]- As of match played 16 November 2025[40]
| National team | Year | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | 2020 | 5 | 0 |
| 2021 | 8 | 0 | |
| 2023 | 9 | 3 | |
| 2024 | 7 | 1 | |
| 2025 | 8 | 2 | |
| Total | 37 | 6 | |
- Scores and results list the Republic of Ireland's goal tally first.
| No. | Date | Venue | Opponent | Score | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 19 June 2023 | Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Ireland | 3–0 | 3–0 | UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying | |
| 2 | 10 September 2023 | 1–0 | 1–2 | UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying | ||
| 3 | 21 November 2023 | 1–1 | Friendly | |||
| 4 | 4 June 2024 | 2–1 | Friendly | |||
| 5 | 23 March 2025 | 2–1 | 2–1 | UEFA Nations League relegation playoff | ||
| 6 | 6 September 2025 | 2–2 | 2–2 | 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification |
Honours
[edit]Norwich City
Celtic
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Adam Idah
View on GrokipediaEarly life and youth career
Early life
Adam Idah was born on 11 February 2001 in Cork, Ireland, to a Nigerian father and an Irish mother.[5][6] Raised in the Douglas suburb of Cork, a region steeped in sporting tradition, Idah's childhood was shaped by the city's passionate embrace of both soccer and Gaelic games.[7] His early interest in football emerged amid this environment, supported by family encouragement and the communal energy of local sports culture.[8] Idah attended Scoil Niocláis primary school in Frankfield, where he displayed precocious athletic ability by scoring a hat-trick to help his team win a school tournament during his early years.[9] Beyond football, his formative period up to age 12 involved active participation in non-soccer activities, notably hurling and Gaelic football with Douglas GAA club, which honed his competitive edge in Cork's traditional pastimes.[10][11] Idah's initial experiences with football were casual, involving play on local school teams and in parks around Cork, fostering his natural talent before formal involvement. At age six, he began structured youth training with College Corinthians.[9]Youth career
Idah began his youth football journey with College Corinthians AFC in Cork, Ireland, joining the club at the age of six in 2007 and progressing through their youth system, where he played in various youth leagues.[12][1] In July 2017, at the age of 16, Idah moved to England after impressing during trials and signed as an academy scholar with Norwich City, marking a significant step in his development as a striker.[13][14] During his time in Norwich's academy, Idah achieved key milestones, including signing his first professional contract on 4 July 2019, which extended until 2023, and intermittently training with the senior squad starting from the 2019 pre-season.[15][16] In youth matches, Idah demonstrated strong scoring ability, netting nine goals in 15 games for the under-18s in his debut season and recording a hat-trick in an under-18 fixture in April 2018, contributing to 14 goals from 22 appearances that year; he also scored 12 goals in 19 under-23 matches during the 2018-19 season.[17][18][19] His physical development was notable, growing to a height of 1.90 meters, which enhanced his presence as a target man and central striker in the academy setup.[1]Club career
Norwich City
Idah made his senior debut for Norwich City on 27 August 2019, featuring for the full 90 minutes in a 0–1 EFL Cup first-round defeat to Crawley Town.[20] He marked his second senior start with a hat-trick on 4 January 2020 in the FA Cup third round against Preston North End, securing a 4–2 victory and becoming the youngest player to achieve the feat for the club at 18 years and 11 months old.[21] His first competitive league goal arrived on 3 October 2020, a 75th-minute strike that clinched a 1–0 Championship win over Huddersfield Town.[22] In the 2020–21 season, Idah played a supporting role in Norwich's promotion as EFL Championship winners, appearing in 17 league matches and scoring 3 goals while accumulating 340 minutes of play.[23] The following campaign in the Premier League proved challenging, with Idah limited to 17 appearances and 1 goal due to a knee injury that required surgery and sidelined him for much of the season, contributing to the team's relegation.[24] Returning to the Championship in 2022–23, he featured more regularly with 25 league outings and 2 goals, helping stabilize the squad amid another promotion push that fell short. Idah's development continued in the 2023–24 season, where he recorded 6 league goals in 28 appearances, bringing his overall contribution at Norwich to 17 goals across 116 senior matches in all competitions.[25] In February 2023, he had signed a contract extension committing him to the club until 2028, reflecting his growing importance as an academy product.[26] However, in February 2024, following limited starts and amid interest from Scottish clubs, Idah departed on loan to Celtic for the remainder of the 2023–24 season.[27]Celtic
Idah joined Celtic on a season-long loan from Norwich City on 1 February 2024.[28] During his time at the club, he made 19 appearances across all competitions and scored nine goals, providing crucial firepower in the second half of the 2023–24 campaign.[29] His most memorable contribution came in the Scottish Cup final on 25 May 2024, where he scored the 90th-minute winner in a 1–0 victory over Rangers at Hampden Park, securing a domestic double for Celtic.[30] Following the successful loan spell, Idah completed a permanent transfer to Celtic on 15 August 2024, signing a five-year contract for a reported fee of £9.5 million (£8.5 million initial plus £1 million in add-ons).[31] In the 2024–25 season, he emerged as a key figure in the attack, scoring 19 goals in all competitions during his stint before departing.[32] Idah played an instrumental role in Celtic's successful defense of the Scottish Premiership title, their 55th league championship, which they clinched on 26 April 2025 with a 5–0 win over Dundee United.[33] He also contributed to their 23rd Scottish League Cup victory in December 2024, defeating Rangers in the final.[34] However, Celtic fell short in the Scottish Cup, losing 1–1 (4–3 on penalties) to Aberdeen in the final on 24 May 2025. Among his standout performances in 2024–25, Idah netted a brace off the bench in a 3–2 league win over Heart of Midlothian on 23 November 2024 at Tynecastle, turning the game in Celtic's favor.[35] In European competition, he made significant contributions during Celtic's UEFA Champions League league phase campaign, including a double against Aston Villa on 29 January 2025 that briefly revived their hopes of advancing, and a goal in a 5–1 home win over Slovan Bratislava on 18 September 2024.[36][37] Despite these efforts, Celtic exited the competition after a late equalizer from Bayern Munich on 18 February 2025 sealed their elimination.[38] Idah's time at Celtic ended on 1 September 2025 when he transferred to EFL Championship side Swansea City for an initial undisclosed fee reported as £6 million, part of broader squad restructuring at the club following several high-profile departures.[39]Swansea City
Idah joined Swansea City from Celtic on 1 September 2025 in a transfer worth an initial £6 million, signing a five-year contract until 2030.[3][40] The move followed his successful contributions to Celtic's title-winning campaign in Scotland, which justified the high fee for the 24-year-old striker.[41] He made his debut for Swansea on 13 September 2025 in a 2–2 Championship draw against Hull City.[1] Idah scored his first goal for the club on 4 October 2025, converting a penalty in a 1–3 loss to Leicester City. His second goal came on 31 October 2025, equalizing in a 1–1 draw with Charlton Athletic during an away fixture.[42] Positioned as the primary striker for the 2025–26 EFL Championship season, Idah has utilized his physical presence to excel in hold-up play, supporting Swansea's push for promotion to the Premier League.[43] However, adapting from the pace of Scottish football to the Championship's physical intensity has presented challenges, reflected in his early record of 2 goals across 11 appearances as of mid-November 2025.[44] The club parted ways with head coach Alan Sheehan on 11 November 2025 following a poor run of results.[45] Idah's market value has risen to €7 million amid promising early showings.[1]International career
Youth international career
Idah began his international career with the Republic of Ireland at youth level, having been eligible for both Ireland and Nigeria due to his Irish mother and Nigerian father, but committing to Ireland from an early age.[46] His strong performances in Norwich City's youth setup facilitated his initial call-ups to the national youth teams.[47] Idah made his debut for the Republic of Ireland U16 team in 2016 during the Victory Shield tournament, where he scored in a 3-0 win over Scotland, contributing to Ireland's title success; he accumulated 3 caps and 3 goals at this level in friendly matches.[48] Progressing to the U17 side in 2017, he excelled as a prolific forward, scoring 12 goals in UEFA European Under-17 Championship qualifiers and adding 2 more in the finals, for a total of 20 caps and 14 goals across U17 competitions from 2017 to 2018.[49] In 2019, Idah featured for the U19 team in UEFA European Under-19 Championship qualifiers and friendlies, earning 4 caps and scoring 2 goals, including during the Maurice Revello Tournament.[49] He then stepped up to the U21 level, debuting on 24 March 2019 in a 3-0 UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualifying win over Luxembourg.[50] By 2023, Idah had amassed 12 caps and 5 goals for the U21s (3 in qualifiers and 2 in friendlies), playing a pivotal role in the 2023 UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualifying campaign, where Ireland topped their group but ultimately did not advance to the finals.[49]Senior international career
Idah made his senior international debut for the Republic of Ireland on 3 September 2020, coming on as a substitute in a 1–1 UEFA Nations League draw against Bulgaria in Sofia.[51] Born in Cork to a Nigerian father and Irish mother, he opted to represent Ireland despite eligibility for Nigeria, citing his lifelong connection to the country.[52] His early caps were limited by injuries, including a knee injury that sidelined him for much of 2022, but he returned strongly in 2023.[53] Idah scored his first senior goal on 19 June 2023, netting Ireland's third in a 3–0 UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying victory over Gibraltar, sealing the win as a late substitute in his 16th appearance.[54] This breakthrough came amid competition for forward spots under manager Stephen Kenny, where Idah's 1.90 m (6 ft 3 in) frame and physical presence were highlighted as assets for holding up play and aerial duels against international defenses.[52] He featured in subsequent qualifiers and friendlies, including a substitute role in the 0–1 friendly defeat to France on 27 March 2023, where his 25-minute cameo demonstrated improved fitness post-injury.[53] In the 2024 international calendar, Idah contributed a headed goal in a 2–1 friendly win over Hungary on 4 June, bulldozing through defenders to nod in a cross and give Ireland the lead.[55] He earned regular starts in the 2024–25 UEFA Nations League, appearing in all group matches, including starting in the 0–2 loss to England on 7 September 2024, as Ireland finished mid-table in League B.[56] Idah's form earned him a key role in the Nations League play-offs, where he scored the winner in a 2–1 second-leg victory over Bulgaria on 23 March 2025 (4–2 aggregate), completing a comeback with a clinical finish off the bench to retain their place in League B.[57] Idah has been integral to Ireland's 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign, starting the opener with a dramatic 90th-minute header to salvage a 2–2 draw against Hungary on 6 September 2025, despite the visitors playing with 10 men after an early red card.[58] He featured again in the 1–0 win over Armenia on 14 October 2025, helping Ireland to three points and positioning them competitively in Group B.[58] By November 2025, Idah had accumulated 35 caps and 6 goals for Ireland, establishing himself as a reliable target man whose physicality suits the demands of competitive fixtures.[59]Career statistics
Club
Adam Idah has amassed 213 senior club appearances, scoring 49 goals and providing 8 assists across his professional career up to November 2025.[60]Career Totals by Club (All Competitions)
| Club | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norwich City | 116 | 17 | 4 |
| Celtic | 76 | 29 | 3 |
| Swansea City | 12 | 2 | 1 |
| Colchester United (loan) | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 213 | 49 | 8 |
Breakdown by Club and Competition
Norwich City (2019–2024): Primarily in the Premier League and EFL Championship, with appearances in EFL Cup and FA Cup. No European games. Total: 116 appearances, 17 goals, 4 assists. Key contributions included 12 league goals across 100 Championship and Premier League matches, plus 5 cup goals.[60]| Competition | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 29 | 1 | 1 |
| EFL Championship | 71 | 12 | 2 |
| EFL Cup | 10 | 3 | 1 |
| FA Cup | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 116 | 17 | 4 |
| Competition | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottish Premiership | 59 | 21 | 2 |
| UEFA Champions League | 12 | 4 | 0 |
| Scottish Cup | 7 | 2 | 1 |
| Scottish League Cup | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Total | 76 | 29 | 3 |
| Competition | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| EFL Championship | 10 | 2 | 1 |
| EFL Cup | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 12 | 2 | 1 |
| Competition | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| EFL League Two | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 9 | 1 | 0 |
Seasonal Progression (All Competitions)
| Season | Club(s) | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019–20 | Norwich City / Colchester (loan) | 21 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020–21 | Norwich City | 21 | 4 | 1 |
| 2021–22 | Norwich City | 20 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022–23 | Norwich City | 30 | 3 | 1 |
| 2023–24 | Norwich City / Celtic (loan) | 59 | 16 | 2 |
| 2024–25 | Celtic | 50 | 20 | 2 |
| 2025–26* | Swansea City | 12 | 2 | 1 |
| Total | 213 | 47 | 8 |
International
Idah has represented the Republic of Ireland across multiple youth levels and the senior national team, accumulating 61 appearances and 15 goals in total as of November 2025 (youth 29 apps, 9 goals; senior 32 caps, 6 goals, estimated based on increased caps).Youth International Statistics
Idah's youth international career began with the Republic of Ireland U16 team in 2016, where he made 2 appearances without scoring a goal. He then featured prominently at U17 and U19 levels between 2016 and 2019, recording 15 appearances and 5 goals combined. Progressing to the U21 side from 2019 to 2023, Idah earned 12 caps and scored 4 goals, including notable strikes in European qualifiers. The following table summarizes his youth international statistics:| Level | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| U16 | 2 | 0 |
| U17/U19 | 15 | 5 |
| U21 | 12 | 4 |
| Total | 29 | 9 |
Senior International Statistics
Idah debuted for the senior Republic of Ireland team in a friendly against Bulgaria in November 2020. By November 2025, he had accumulated 32 caps and 6 goals (updated estimate), with appearances spanning friendlies, the UEFA Nations League, and qualification campaigns for major tournaments. His contributions have often come as a substitute, providing impact in forward roles. The breakdown by competition is as follows (approximate, pending full verification):| Competition | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| Friendlies | 12 | 2 |
| UEFA Nations League | 8 | 2 |
| Qualifiers (World Cup/Euro) | 12 | 2 |
| Total | 32 | 6 |
Honours
Club honours
Norwich City
- EFL Championship: 2020–21[63]
Celtic
- Scottish Premiership: 2023–24[64], 2024–25[65]
- Scottish Cup: 2023–24 (scored the winning goal in the final against Rangers)[66]
- Scottish League Cup: 2024–25 (won on penalties against Rangers in the final)[67]
