Gabriel Osho has established himself among Nigeria’s talented footballers globally.
Osho gained prominence representing Luton Town in the English Premier League, having joined the club in the EFL Championship in 2020, until their promotion to the top flight in the 2023/2024 season.
The 26-year-old has had several loan stints in his career, though he now plies his trade with French Ligue 1 side Auxerre.
He made the 23-man list of Super Eagles caretaker coach, Augustine Eguaveon ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying games against Benin Republic and Rwanda at the Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium, Abidjan and Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Thursday and Monday respectively.
However, below are 7 things to know about Osho.
Place of birth
Gabriel Osho was born in Reading, England, and attended Leighton Park School, Reading, and The Forest School in Winnersh.
Club Career
He began his club career with Reading in the Championship in July 2016.
Position
Osho plays as a centre-back, and can also operate as a full-back.
National Team Invitation
Osho received his first Super Eagles invitation in March 2024 but didn’t debut due to injury. He is poised to make his debut against Benin Republic and Rwanda if called upon by Eguaveon.
Luton Town Stint in Premier League
He made 21 appearances for Luton Town in the 2023/2024 English Premier League season, and recorded two goals.
Current Club
Osho plays for Auxerre in the French top-flight, with 8 league appearances this season.
Club Appearances
With most of his career spent in England and several loan moves, Osho has 150 games and 6 goals under his belt.
