13 Facts About Sam Oji

Samuel Udoka Oji was an English professional footballer who played as a centre-back.

Sam Oji resumed his career with Tamworth of the Conference Premier.

Sam Oji then played in the League of Ireland for Limerick and Galway United and in non-league football for Worcester City and Hednesford Town.

Sam Oji joined Highgate United in 2018, and was appointed assistant manager of that club in July 2021.

Sam Oji began his football career as a youth player at Arsenal.

Sam Oji was released by Orient at the end of the season.

Sam Oji signed for League One club Hereford United on 7 August 2008.

In March 2009 Sam Oji joined Ljungskile SK of the Superettan after a successful trial.

In December 2011, Sam Oji signed for Conference Premier club Tamworth.

Sam Oji was sent off for two bookable offences in a league match against Fleetwood Town on 4 February 2012.

Sam Oji made 41 appearances over the season, of which 38 were in league competition, before signing for Highgate United of the Midland League Premier Division in July 2018.

Sam Oji was appointed assistant to Simon Johnson, new manager of Highgate United, on 20 July 2021.

Sam Oji died on 28 August 2021 at the age of 35; a day earlier, Highgate United had stated that he was "extremely ill".