Baba Adeeko called up to the Republic of Ireland U21 squad for their forthcoming UEFA U21 EURO 2025 qualifiers

International News | Baba Adeeko called up for the Republic of Ireland U21s
Adeeko receives his first call-up for Republic of Ireland U21s ahead of their forthcoming UEFA U21 EURO 2025 qualifiers
The young Latics midfielder has impressed at the start of the 2023/24 campaign

We are proud to announce that Baba Adeeko has received his first international call-up for Republic of Ireland U21s for their opening UEFA U21 EURO 2025 qualifiers.

Adeeko, 20, is currently enjoying his breakthrough season at the DW Stadium, having established himself as a regular starter for Shaun Maloney’s men at the start of the 2023/24 Sky Bet League One campaign.

Having appeared off the bench against Derby County and Northampton Town, Adeeko marked his first league start at Carlisle United with a wonderful assist for Charlie Wyke’s opener.

He has continued to impress in the engine room, starting Latics’ last three league matches, and contributing to the Club’s positive start to the new season.

Adeeko, who is capped for the Republic of Ireland U19s, has now received his first call-up to represent the Republic of Ireland U21s ahead of their forthcoming UEFA U21 EURO 2025 qualifiers against Turkey (8 September) and San Marino (12 September).

A proud product of the Wigan Athletic Academy, Adeeko’s call-up to the Republic of Ireland’s Senior Youth team will come much to the delight of everyone associated with the Football Club.

It is an incredible feat for the Football Club to have two homegrown players (Sam Tickle and Baba Adeeko) earn international recognition over the last weekend and one that has been contributed by many people who have both helped each player in their respective journeys to date.

Commenting on his first Republic of Ireland call-up, Baba Adeeko said:

“I am over the moon to have been called up by the Republic of Ireland. It’s a huge honour for me and my family!

“I am really excited to go and represent my country, and I cannot wait to learn from the experience.

“I owe a lot of gratitude to everyone at the Football Club for helping me on my journey to date. Hopefully I can make everyone proud!”

Good luck, Baba!

International News | Baba Adeeko called up for the Republic of Ireland U21s