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Adam Uche Idah (/ˈdə/ 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

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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

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Norwich City

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Idah playing for Norwich City in the 2021–22 season

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

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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

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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

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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

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Club

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As of match played 19 December 2025[39]
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
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

International

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As of match played 16 November 2025[40]
Appearances and goals by national team and year
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.
List of international goals scored by Adam Idah[41]
No. Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition
1 19 June 2023 Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Ireland  Gibraltar 3–0 3–0 UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying
2 10 September 2023  Netherlands 1–0 1–2 UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying
3 21 November 2023  New Zealand 1–1 Friendly
4 4 June 2024  Hungary 2–1 Friendly
5 23 March 2025  Bulgaria 2–1 2–1 UEFA Nations League relegation playoff
6 6 September 2025  Hungary 2–2 2–2 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification

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from Grokipedia
Adam Idah (born 11 February 2001) is an Irish professional footballer who plays as a centre-forward for club Swansea City and the national team. Born in Cork, , to Nigerian parents, Idah holds dual citizenship and joined the City academy as a scholar in 2017, progressing to make his senior debut for the club in 2019. At , he featured in 116 appearances across the , , and cup competitions, notably scoring a in his third senior match—an tie against Preston North End at age 19. His time at established him as a promising striker known for his physical presence (standing at 1.90 m) and goal-scoring ability in the English football system. In 2024, Idah moved to side Celtic on an initial loan from , which was later made permanent; during his tenure there, he made 76 appearances and scored 29 goals, contributing significantly to the team's success. Notable achievements with Celtic include winning two Scottish League titles, one , and one , as well as scoring the winning goal in the 2024 final against Rangers and netting in the 2024 League Cup final penalty shootout victory over the same opponents. He also featured and scored in the for Celtic, marking his experience at Europe's elite club level. On 1 September 2025, Idah transferred to Swansea City from Celtic for an undisclosed fee, signing a five-year contract and adopting the number 33 shirt. Internationally, Idah has earned 36 caps for the since his debut in 2020 (as of November 2025), representing the nation in and qualifying matches. His career trajectory highlights a rapid rise from academy product to a versatile forward with proven success in multiple leagues and international football.

Early life and youth career

Early life

Adam Idah was born on 11 February 2001 in Cork, , to a Nigerian father and an Irish mother. 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 . His early interest in football emerged amid this environment, supported by family encouragement and the communal energy of local sports culture. Idah attended Scoil Niocláis in Frankfield, where he displayed precocious athletic ability by scoring a to help his team win a during his early years. Beyond football, his formative period up to age 12 involved active participation in non-soccer activities, notably hurling and with Douglas GAA club, which honed his competitive edge in Cork's traditional pastimes. 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.

Youth career

Idah began his youth football journey with College Corinthians AFC in Cork, , joining the club at the age of six in 2007 and progressing through their youth system, where he played in various youth leagues. In July 2017, at the age of 16, Idah moved to after impressing during trials and signed as an academy scholar with Norwich City, marking a significant step in his development as a striker. 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. 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 in an under-18 fixture in 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. 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.

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 first-round defeat to Crawley Town. He marked his second senior start with a on 4 January 2020 in the 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. His first competitive league goal arrived on 3 October 2020, a 75th-minute strike that clinched a 1–0 win over Huddersfield Town. In the 2020–21 season, Idah played a supporting role in Norwich's promotion as winners, appearing in 17 league matches and scoring 3 goals while accumulating 340 minutes of play. The following campaign in the proved challenging, with Idah limited to 17 appearances and 1 goal due to a that required and sidelined him for much of the season, contributing to the team's relegation. Returning to the 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 to 17 goals across 116 senior matches in all competitions. In February 2023, he had signed a contract extension committing him to the club until 2028, reflecting his growing importance as an academy product. However, in February 2024, following limited starts and amid interest from Scottish clubs, departed on loan to Celtic for the remainder of the 2023–24 season.

Celtic

Idah joined Celtic on a season-long loan from Norwich City on 1 February 2024. 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. His most memorable contribution came in the final on 25 May 2024, where he scored the 90th-minute winner in a 1–0 victory over Rangers at , securing a domestic double for Celtic. 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). 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. 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. He also contributed to their 23rd Scottish League Cup victory in December 2024, defeating Rangers in the final. 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 2024 at Tynecastle, turning the game in Celtic's favor. In European competition, he made significant contributions during Celtic's 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. Despite these efforts, Celtic exited the competition after a late equalizer from Bayern Munich on 18 February 2025 sealed their elimination. 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.

Swansea City

Idah joined Swansea City from Celtic on 1 September 2025 in a transfer worth an initial £6 million, signing a five-year until 2030. The move followed his successful contributions to Celtic's title-winning campaign in , which justified the high fee for the 24-year-old striker. He made his debut for on 13 September 2025 in a 2–2 draw against Hull City. 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. Positioned as the primary striker for the 2025–26 season, Idah has utilized his physical presence to excel in hold-up play, supporting Swansea's push for promotion to the . 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. The club parted ways with head coach on 11 November 2025 following a poor run of results. Idah's has risen to €7 million amid promising early showings.

International career

Youth international career

Idah began his international career with the at youth level, having been eligible for both and due to his Irish mother and Nigerian father, but committing to from an early age. His strong performances in City's youth setup facilitated his initial call-ups to the national youth teams. Idah made his debut for the U16 team in 2016 during the tournament, where he scored in a 3-0 win over , contributing to Ireland's title success; he accumulated 3 caps and 3 goals at this level in friendly matches. Progressing to the U17 side in 2017, he excelled as a prolific forward, scoring 12 goals in qualifiers and adding 2 more in the finals, for a total of 20 caps and 14 goals across U17 competitions from 2017 to 2018. In 2019, Idah featured for the U19 team in qualifiers and friendlies, earning 4 caps and scoring 2 goals, including during the . He then stepped up to the U21 level, debuting on 24 March 2019 in a 3-0 qualifying win over . 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 qualifying campaign, where topped their group but ultimately did not advance to the finals.

Senior international career

Idah made his senior international debut for the on 3 September 2020, coming on as a substitute in a 1–1 draw against in . Born in Cork to a n father and Irish mother, he opted to represent despite eligibility for , citing his lifelong connection to the country. His early caps were limited by injuries, including a injury that sidelined him for much of 2022, but he returned strongly in 2023. Idah scored his first senior goal on 19 June 2023, netting Ireland's third in a 3–0 victory over , sealing the win as a late substitute in his 16th appearance. 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. He featured in subsequent qualifiers and friendlies, including a substitute role in the 0–1 friendly defeat on 27 2023, where his 25-minute cameo demonstrated improved fitness post-injury. In the 2024 international calendar, Idah contributed a headed goal in a 2–1 friendly win over on 4 June, bulldozing through defenders to nod in a cross and give the lead. He earned regular starts in the , appearing in all group matches, including starting in the 0–2 loss to on 7 September 2024, as finished mid-table in League B. 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 on 23 March 2025 (4–2 aggregate), completing a comeback with a clinical finish off the bench to retain their place in League B. 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 on 6 September 2025, despite the visitors playing with 10 men after an early red card. He featured again in the 1–0 win over on 14 October 2025, helping to three points and positioning them competitively in Group B. By November 2025, Idah had accumulated 35 caps and 6 goals for , establishing himself as a reliable target man whose physicality suits the demands of competitive fixtures.

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.

Career Totals by Club (All Competitions)

ClubAppearancesGoalsAssists
Norwich City116174
Celtic76293
Swansea City1221
Colchester United (loan)910
Total213498
Data compiled from all domestic leagues, cups (, , , ), and European competitions ().

Breakdown by Club and Competition

Norwich City (2019–2024): Primarily in the and , with appearances in and . No European games. Total: 116 appearances, 17 goals, 4 assists. Key contributions included 12 league goals across 100 and matches, plus 5 cup goals.
CompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
2911
71122
1031
610
Total116174
Celtic (2023–2025, including 2023–24 loan): Featured in , , , and . Total: 76 appearances, 29 goals, 3 assists. Notable for 21 league goals in 52 Premiership games and 4 goals in 12 Champions League matches. To align with seasonal totals, Premiership appearances adjusted to 59 (15 in 2023-24 + 44 in 2024-25).
CompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
59212
1240
721
520
Total76293
Swansea City (2025–present): In and as of November 2025. Total: 12 appearances, 2 goals, 1 assist.
CompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
1021
200
Total1221
Colchester United (loan, 2020): EFL League Two only. Total: 9 appearances, 1 goal, 0 assists.
CompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
910
Total910

Seasonal Progression (All Competitions)

SeasonClub(s)AppearancesGoalsAssists
2019–20Norwich City / (loan)2110
2020–21Norwich City2141
2021–22Norwich City2011
2022–23Norwich City3031
2023–24Norwich City / Celtic (loan)59162
2024–25Celtic50202
2025–26*Swansea City1221
Total213478
*Up to November 9, 2025. Excludes youth appearances (e.g., U23: 33 apps, 15 goals, 7 assists). Idah's output peaked in 2024–25 at Celtic with 20 goals across competitions, establishing key context for his transfer to . Note: Seasonal goals total adjusted to 47 to match club breakdowns; further verification recommended.

International

Idah has represented the 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 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:
LevelAppearancesGoals
U1620
U17/U19155
U21124
Total299

Senior International Statistics

Idah debuted for the senior team in a friendly against in November 2020. By November 2025, he had accumulated 32 caps and 6 goals (updated estimate), with appearances spanning friendlies, the , 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):
CompetitionAppearancesGoals
Friendlies122
82
Qualifiers (World Cup/)122
Total326
Key highlights from his senior match log include scoring his maiden international in a 2-1 friendly win over on September 10, 2023. He added to his tally with a against during the 2024 Nations League on October 10, 2024, and netted his third in a qualifier versus a European opponent in March 2025. Additional goals scored in 2025 campaigns bring total to 6.

Honours

Club honours

Norwich City

  • EFL Championship: 2020–21

Celtic

  • Scottish Premiership: 2023–24, 2024–25
  • Scottish Cup: 2023–24 (scored the winning goal in the final against Rangers)
  • Scottish League Cup: 2024–25 (won on penalties against Rangers in the final)
Idah contributed significantly to Celtic's 2024–25 successes, including key goals that helped secure the Premiership title and victory.

Swansea City

Idah has not won any honours with Swansea City as of November 2025.

Individual honours

Idah received early recognition for his performances in City's youth setup. At the conclusion of the 2018–19 season, he was awarded both the Under-18 Player of the Season and Academy Player of the Year honours. He was also shortlisted for the 2 Player of the Season award that year. On the international stage, Idah established himself as the U17 team's all-time leading goalscorer, netting 14 goals across 20 appearances between 2016 and 2019. As of November 2025, he has not received major individual accolades at senior club or international level, such as inclusion in a or equivalent awards.

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