Kenneth Omeruo: Biography, Facts and Career
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Kenneth Josiah Omeruo (born 17 October 1993) is a Nigerian professional footballer who plays as a defender. Omeruo signed for Chelsea from Standard Liège in January 2012 and upon signing went on loan to Dutch top-flight side ADO Den Haag. Then only 19, he impressed enough in the Eredivisie to earn a call up to the Nigerian national team. Now a regular international, Omeruo has represented Nigeria at the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2013 Confederations Cup in Brazil. Omeruo cemented a place in the starting line-up at the Africa Cup of Nations as the Super Eagles emerged victorious in the tournament. In 2019 he scored his first goal in the Africa Cup of Nations against Guinea. He was a key part of the Super Eagles team that won the bronze medal in 2019.
Quick facts about Kenneth Omeruo
- Full name: Kenneth Omeruo
- Born: 1993-10-17
- Nationality: Nigeria
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q182041
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Who is Kenneth Omeruo?
Kenneth Josiah Omeruo (born 17 October 1993) is a Nigerian professional footballer who plays as a defender.
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Kenneth Omeruo is Nigeria.
When was Kenneth Omeruo born?
Kenneth Omeruo was born on 1993-10-17.
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