Noe Baba (born 8 August 1996) is a footballer. He plays as a defender or midfielder for Athlone Town. Born in Cameroon, he is a Republic of Ireland youth international. He is the first African-born footballer to captain an Irish team.[1][2]

Early life

Baba moved from Cameroon to Ireland at the age of ten.[1][2] He boxed as a child.[2]

Club career

In 2015, Baba joined the youth academy of English side Birmingham City, where he was described as "impressed in Richard Beale’s side... one to watch... although Blues are already well-stocked in central midfield".[3]

International career

Baba captained the Republic of Ireland national under-17 football team.[4] He was described as "A key player for Paul Doolin's U19s".[5]

Baba played in Germany for three clubs: Lupo-Martini, Regionalliga West,[2] Fortuna Koln,[2] and KFC Uerdingan.[6] In Ireland he played for Castlebar Celtic and Waterford; while in England he played for Macclesfield.[6]

Style of play

Baba has been described as "a versatile player... plays primarily as a defensive midfielder but can also feature as a full-back".[7]

Personal life

Baba is a native of County Mayo, Ireland.[8] He has regarded England international Steven Gerrard, Brazil international Ronaldinho, and France international Claude Makélélé as his football idols.[9]

References

  1. ^ a b Fallon, John (28 August 2012). "Baba to lead out Ireland". Irish Examiner. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
  2. ^ a b c d e Sneyd, David (21 September 2019). "On the long road from Cameroon to Castlebar and on to Cologne, life for Noe Baba is still football". Irish Independent. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
  3. ^ "Noe problem with Baba". birminghammail.co.uk. 18 July 2016.
  4. ^ "Remember the name: Noe Baba". the42.ie. 15 November 2012.
  5. ^ "SCOUTING REPORT: NOE BABA". Mail. ProQuest 1441639044.
  6. ^ a b McCadden, Mark (3 March 2023). "NOE BETTER MAN FOR HARPS AND ROGERS THAN MIDFIELDER BABA". Daily Mirror. ProQuest 2781414654. Retrieved 3 May 2024 – via Wikipedia Library.
  7. ^ "Interview with Irish Footballer Noe Baba". 14 January 2022.
  8. ^ "Noe Baba: Dave Rogers can deliver at Finn Park". donegallive.ie. 8 March 2023.
  9. ^ "Insight: Noe Baba".
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