Chiedozie Ogbene
Chiedozie Ogbene is a professional footballer who represents the Republic of Ireland national team and plays as a forward for Rotherham United in the English Football League. Ogbene has garnered attention for his dynamic playing style and has been a key player for both his club and country, although he has faced challenges with injuries recently, including needing surgery on his Achilles tendon.
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Chiedozie Ogbene was substituted in the match against Qatar.
Red cards, debuts and a tennis ball protest as Ireland ease past Qatar – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-05-28
Chiedozie Ogbene was not included in Sheffield United’s matchday squad due to loan quota issues.
Troy Parrott to the rescue for AZ and ex-Sligo star off mark in Scotland – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-15
Chiedozie Ogbene is a vital player for Ireland, recovering from a hamstring tear.
Gasperini’s negative comments about Evan Ferguson have gone too far – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-11
Chiedozie Ogbene scored his first goal for Sheffield United in a 3-1 win over Oxford United.
Fresh concern on the injury front for Evan Ferguson – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-08
Chiedozie Ogbene is Bazunu's Ireland teammate who suffered a similar injury.
‘The performance in Hungary encapsulates the change in Irish football’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-31
Chiedozie Ogbene has been beset by injuries since taking the Premier League by storm as a Luton Town winger.
How to replace Josh Cullen and other questions for Hallgrímsson ahead of World Cup playoffs – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-12
Chiedozie Ogbene won a penalty that led to Ireland's equalizer.
The most astonishing quarter-hour in Irish football history – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-17
Chiedozie Ogbene suffered a hamstring injury during the match.
Pandemonium in the commentary box as the miracle at Budapest unfolded – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-16
Ogbene showed real endeavour and class to win the early penalty.
No prizes for guessing who got full marks in famous Budapest win – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-16Chiedozie Ogbene was fouled in the box, resulting in a penalty for Ireland.
Lærisveinar Heimis í umspil eftir ótrúlega dramatík
Iceland· 2025-11-16
Chiedozie Ogbene is noted for his effort in closing down Rafael Leão during the match.
Ireland’s defeat of Portugal wasn’t very pretty – but it sure was beautiful – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-15
Ogbene was substituted during the match after a strong performance.
Republic of Ireland 2-0 Portugal, France 4-0 Ukraine: World Cup 2026 qualifying – live | World Cup 2026 qualifiers
United Kingdom· 2025-11-13
Troy Parrott and Chiedozie Ogbene replaced Coleman and Festy Ebosele.
What’s the point if Ireland play a five-man defence at home to Armenia? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-14
Chiedozie Ogbene replaced Coleman in the second half.
Evan Ferguson’s goal keeps Ireland in World Cup frame after nervy display against 10-man Armenia – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-14
Chiedozie Ogbene waited too long to pass to O’Brien in the best counterattack situation of the first half.
Portugal flexed their star power and the referee duly obliged – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-12
Chiedozie Ogbene was denied a chance by Rúben Dias during the match.
Heartbreak for valiant Ireland as Portugal produce late winner in Lisbon – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-12
Chiedozie Ogbene was another fresh selection for the injured Sammie Szmodics.
‘It is a heavy shirt for the Irish players to carry’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-11
Chiedozie Ogbene made weak contact with Ryan Manning’s corner.
Shell-shocked Ireland beaten by Armenia to leave World Cup hopes in tatters – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-09
Chiedozie Ogbene is coming in for the injured Sammie Szmodics.
Boys in Green in Yerevan for second World Cup qualifier – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-09
Chiedozie Ogbene is now expected to feature off the right in Yerevan.
Sammie Szmodics out for Ireland’s World Cup qualifier against Armenia – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-07
Chiedozie Ogbene attempted a volley that was blocked by Dibusz.
Adam Idah rescues late draw for Ireland in opening World Cup qualifier against Hungary – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-06
Chiedozie Ogbene is also part of the possible attacking unit for Ireland.
Irish side hoping for fast start to World Cup sprint in Aviva Stadium clash – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-06
Chiedozie Ogbene is expected to benefit from Ferguson's playmaking.
Ireland’s chance of success falls on Evan Ferguson’s shoulders – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-05
Ogbene will also miss training today in Abbotstown as he finalises a loan move away from Ipswich Town to Sheffield United.
Celtic striker Johnny Kenny called up to Ireland squad to replace Troy Parrott – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-02
Idah’s international team-mate Chiedozie Ogbene has joined Sheffield United on a season-long move from Ipswich Town.
Adam Idah joins Swansea as Chiedozie Ogbene goes to Sheffield United on loan – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-01
Chiedozie Ogbene's return to the squad follows an Achilles tendon rupture last year.
Heimir Hallgrímsson leaves Séamus Coleman out of Ireland squad for World Cup qualifiers – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-26
Chiedozie Ogbene returned after 287 days out with a ruptured Achilles.
Troy Parrott stars for AZ Alkmaar with brace in Eredivisie opener – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-10
Ogbene is an Irish international who suffered an Achilles injury affecting his team's performance.
Irish eyes on Ipswich as they target quick return to Premier League – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-09
Chiedozie Ogbene is injured and unavailable for the match against Luxembourg.
Heimir Hallgrímsson unlikely to spring a surprise against Luxembourg – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-10
Chiedozie Ogbene broke into the Premier League by signing for Luton Town.
As Caoimhín Kelleher is primed for a £40m transfer, which other Irish players could move? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-28
