11 Facts About Paudie O'Connor

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Padhraic John O'Connor was born on 14 July 1997 and is an Irish professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Lincoln City.

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Paudie O'Connor went on to make 16 appearances in the 2015 season, scoring his first professional goal on 14 August against Cork City.

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On 16 April 2018, Paudie O'Connor was nominated as one of four players for Leeds United's Young Player of the Year award, which was won by Bailey Peacock-Farrell.

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On 29 June 2018, Paudie O'Connor signed a new two-year contract extension at Leeds, with the option of an additional year.

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On 3 July 2018, Paudie O'Connor joined EFL League One side Blackpool on loan until 31 May 2019, in order to gain first team experience.

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Paudie O'Connor was sent off late in the same game for a tackle on Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.

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However, after the appointment of Gary Bowyer as manager, Paudie O'Connor impressed in his short spell at Bradford playing nine games, becoming the captain for the remainder of the season under the new manager.

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In June 2019 Paudie O'Connor returned to Bradford City on a three-year permanent contract.

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Paudie O'Connor scored his first goal for Bradford when he scored in an EFL Trophy tie against Bolton Wanderers on 3 September 2019.

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Paudie O'Connor made his Lincoln debut on the opening day of the season against Exeter City.

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Paudie O'Connor was awarded City's Player of the Season for an impressive debut season.