{"id":244540,"first_name":"Amadou Ba Zeund Georges","last_name":"Mvom Onana","short_name":"A. Onana","common_name":"Amadou Onana","place_of_birth":"Dakar","gender":"male","height":187,"weight":76,"status":"active","createdAt":"2024-11-06T09:34:54.861Z","updatedAt":"2025-08-29T16:31:08.494Z","locale":"en","age":24,"stb_id":"amadou-onana","description":null,"tier":null,"common_name_en":"Amadou Onana","top_position":null,"introduction":"Amadou Ba Zeund Georges Mvom Onana, born on August 16, 2001, is a professional footballer known for his commanding presence as a defensive midfielder. Standing tall, Onana is recognized for his exceptional aerial abilities and defensive prowess, especially his skills in tackling and regaining possession. He currently plays for Premier League club Aston Villa and represents the Belgium national team despite being born in Senegal.","early_life_and_career":"## Early Years\nAmadou Onana was born in Dakar, Senegal. 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Amadou Ba Zeund Georges Mvom Onana, born on August 16, 2001, is a professional footballer known for his commanding presence as a defensive midfielder. Standing tall, Onana is recognized for his exceptional aerial abilities and defensive prowess, especially his skills in tackling and regaining possession. He currently plays for Premier League club Aston Villa and represents the Belgium national team despite being born in Senegal.

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Early Years

Amadou Onana was born in Dakar, Senegal. His early years were shaped by a diverse cultural background, with a Senegalese mother and a Cameroonian father. At the age of 11, his family relocated to Brussels, Belgium, where he joined his father, which marked a significant transition in his life.

Youth Career

While specific details of Onana's youth career are not extensively covered in the provided source, his development at youth clubs likely paved the way for his professional career. His progression through youth ranks would have involved honing the skills that make him an effective defensive midfielder today.

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Club Career

Hamburger SV

Onana made his professional breakthrough with Hamburger SV in the 2. Bundesliga. He joined the club in mid-2020 and debuted in a competitive match on September 14, 2020, in the DFB-Pokal against Dynamo Dresden, where he scored his first professional goal, albeit in a 4–1 loss.

Lille

In August 2021, Onana signed with French champions Lille on a five-year deal. During the 2021–22 season, he made 32 Ligue 1 appearances, notching a goal and playing a crucial role in all eight UEFA Champions League matches for the team.

Everton

On August 9, 2022, Onana transitioned to the Premier League with Everton on another five-year pact, with the transfer fee reportedly around £33 million including add-ons. He marked his Premier League scoring with a header against Southampton on January 14, 2023. Despite a setback in the 2023–24 EFL Cup quarter-final, where he missed a decisive penalty, his tenure at Everton was marked by steady performances.

Aston Villa

Onana moved to Aston Villa on July 22, 2024, for a notable £50 million fee. He started impressively, scoring on his debut against West Ham United on August 17, 2024, and continued his form with another goal two weeks later against Leicester City. He also scored in his UEFA Champions League debut for the club in a victory over BSC Young Boys on September 17, 2024.

National Team Career

Senior National Team

Onana's call-up to the senior Belgium squad came on May 18, 2022, for the UEFA Nations League matches. He debuted against the Netherlands on June 3, 2022. He was part of Belgium's squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, featuring notably in matches against Canada and Morocco before a suspension sidelined him in a crucial game against Croatia. In 2024, he participated in UEFA Euro 2024, playing every minute of Belgium's campaign until their elimination by France in the round of 16.

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Player Characteristics

Onana is primarily a defensive midfielder known for his height, which aids his aerial dominance. His key strengths include tackling and intercepting, vital for disrupting opposition attacks and winning back possession. He exhibits a clear tactical understanding, patrolling the midfield with a robust presence.

Performance Statistics

As of January 15, 2025, Onana's club career continues to show promise with crucial goals and appearances, particularly in pivotal league and Champions League fixtures. His international experience with the Belgium national team adds further depth to his playing profile.

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Achievements

Individual Achievements

Aston Villa Player of the Month: August 2024

Awards and Recognition

Onana's recognitions emphasize his growing influence in Premier League football, highlighted by player awards acknowledging his skill and contributions.

\n","impact_on_sport_html":"

Career Overview

Amadou Onana's career illustrates a trajectory of growth and adaptation, with key phases in European football across Germany, France, and England. His ability to establish himself in top leagues signifies his importance as a robust defensive asset, bringing tactical flexibility and strength to his teams.

Off the Field

Personal Life

Born in Dakar, Senegal, Onana navigated a diverse cultural path, ultimately leading to Belgium, where his football career took flight. Off the pitch, he's also known for his music, producing rap under the name '24AM,' releasing his debut single 'Check On Me' in 2024. A polyglot, he speaks five languages fluently, enriching his interactions and engagements off the field.

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Triumphs that confirmed the status of the club among the elite.\n* **FA Cup** – 1887, 1895, 1897, 1905, 1913, 1920, 1957. Victories won in tense finals where the future was decided.\n* **European Champions Cup** – 1982. One year, one team, one top. \"**Aston Villa**\" did what only the chosen can do.\n* **English League Cup** – 1961, 1975, 1977, 1994, 1996. A tournament that tests the strength of the team. It is won by those who do not give up.\n\n> \"Each trophy is not just an award, but proof that the club's path is measured not by years, but by great moments.\"\n\n## Aston Villa famous players\n\n1. **Paul McGrath.** An impenetrable wall. His game did not give chances even to the best attackers. He had no weaknesses, only strength and coolness.\n\n2. **Dwight York.** A player who saw the field differently. His style was unexpected, his movements unpredictable. 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Aston Villa: triumphs, downfalls and greatness

Aston Villa is a professional English football club founded in 1874. Birmingham has given the world a lot, but Villa is its pride. A team that survived wars, economic crises, changes of eras, but did not break. She changed, she fell, she returned. And she got up again.

Trophies? There are enough of them. Seven Premier League titles. Six FA Cups. Five League Cups. 1982 is the height of glory, when the European Champions Cup ended up in the hands of Villa. But do titles alone define greatness? Absolutely not.

\n
\"True strength is loyalty. Fans don't just support a club - they live it. They haven't been broken by setbacks, haven't been made to doubt by difficult seasons. They're here. They've always been here. They'll be here.\"
\n

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Aston Villa: the story from the idea to the first victories

In 1874 four members of a cricket club from a Methodist church in the Aston area decided to try a new game, football. At that time, the sport was still quite \"raw\", without uniform rules, but it quickly captivated people.

Thus was born a team that would later become a legend. It was named \"Aston Villa\" - after the name of the district and with reference to the place of its foundation.

At first, the boys trained on wastelands and played with other amateur clubs. There was no uniform, no funding, just enthusiasm and passion for the game. It was an era when football was not a business, but a sincere passion.

A few years later, \"Villa\" began to participate in tournaments. In 1887, the team won its first major trophy — the FA Cup. This was a turning point. From a modest club, they turned into a serious player on the football map of England.

\n
It is interesting that \"Aston Villa\" was among the founders of the English Football League in 1888 - this emphasizes its influence from the very beginning of the development of professional football in the country.
\n

The team quickly gained respect: they played hard, organized, with character.

\n","club_identity_html":"

Aston Villa Stadium

The heart of the club is Aston Villa Stadium, which is called Villa Park. Since 1897 he has witnessed all the dramas and triumphs. This is not just an arena. This is the place where legends are born, where 42,000 fans create a unique atmosphere.

The stadium survived two world wars, numerous reconstructions and modernizations, but kept its unique soul and traditions.

\n","current_status_and_future_html":"

Aston Villa Achievements

Champion of England – 1894, 1896, 1897, 1899, 1900, 1910, 1981. Triumphs that confirmed the status of the club among the elite.
FA Cup – 1887, 1895, 1897, 1905, 1913, 1920, 1957. Victories won in tense finals where the future was decided.
European Champions Cup – 1982. One year, one team, one top. \"Aston Villa\" did what only the chosen can do.
English League Cup – 1961, 1975, 1977, 1994, 1996. A tournament that tests the strength of the team. It is won by those who do not give up.

\n
\"Each trophy is not just an award, but proof that the club's path is measured not by years, but by great moments.\"
\n

Aston Villa famous players

Paul McGrath. An impenetrable wall. His game did not give chances even to the best attackers. He had no weaknesses, only strength and coolness.
\n
Dwight York. A player who saw the field differently. His style was unexpected, his movements unpredictable. He made opposing defenses look confused.
\n
Gareth Barry. The record holder who did not just go on the field, but lived every match. He was always where he was most needed.
\n
Jack Grealish. The new face of the club, a symbol of renewal. He plays as if \"Villa\" is a part of himself.
\n

Names that have become more than just a part of history. They defined a generation, changed the course of events, laid the foundation for the future.

Aston Villa: interesting facts

Aston Villa is one of the founding clubs of the Premier League in 1992. Her influence on English football is fundamental. Not just a participant, but a creator of history.
\n
This is the first club in England whose matches have attracted more than 100,000 spectators. Not a game - an event. A symbol is not a command. The atmosphere that fills the stadium was born here long before modern football.
\n
The final of the European Champions Cup? Not a single missed ball. Defense has turned into an art, every moment is a test for the opponents.
\n

\n
\"It was a game to remember for generations. A moment when Aston Villa proved that dreams can become reality.\"
\n

It is worth noting that Aston Villa continues to write its history, balancing between tradition and the modern challenges of the football world. Will the club be able to return to its former glory? The football community is eagerly watching this journey.

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Amadou Onana: Career