Jordan Adebayo-Smith facts for kids

Adebowale Aderinto Jordan Adebayo-Smith (born January 11, 2001) is an American professional soccer player. He plays as a forward for Major League Soccer team Minnesota United FC. Before this, he played for clubs like Sutton United and Lincoln City. He also spent time playing for other teams on a temporary basis, known as a loan. These teams included Grantham Town, Boston United, and Gainsborough Trinity.

Jordan was born in the United States. He can also choose to play for the national soccer teams of Nigeria or England.

Jordan's Soccer Journey

Starting with Lincoln City

Jordan began his soccer training at the EastSoccerBase organization in South East London. He tried out for a few clubs, including Cambridge United and Premier League team Watford. In August 2018, he joined Lincoln City on a two-year scholarship. This happened after he played well in a trial match, even scoring a goal against Derby County's under-23 team.

People noticed Jordan's talent. Clubs like Huddersfield Town and Wolverhampton Wanderers were reportedly interested in him. This was especially after he scored three goals in a FA Youth Cup game for Lincoln. He made his first professional appearance for Lincoln City on December 4. This was in an EFL Trophy match against Accrington Stanley. He played for 63 minutes in that game. Later that month, he was recognized as one of the top young soccer apprentices by the League Football Education (LFE).

Playing on Loan

On February 11, 2019, Jordan joined Grantham Town on loan for the rest of the season. The very next day, he played his first game for Grantham Town. He scored two goals, helping his team win 2–1 against South Shields F.C.. Overall, he played 13 games for Grantham Town and scored four goals.

In August 2019, Jordan went on another short-term loan to Boston United. He scored one goal for this club. This goal was against his former team, Grantham Town, in a cup competition.

On January 1, 2020, Jordan joined Northern Premier League club Gainsborough Trinity on loan. This loan was supposed to last until the end of the season. However, the COVID-19 pandemic caused the season to be stopped early. Because of this, his loan ended sooner than planned. He played 7 games for Gainsborough Trinity and scored 3 goals. On October 16, 2020, Jordan and Lincoln City agreed to end his contract.

Time with Sutton United

Jordan joined Sutton United on November 30, 2020. On March 3, 2021, it was announced that Jordan had left Sutton United. He decided to move to the United States to continue his soccer career there.

Playing for Tampa Bay Rowdies

On March 5, 2021, Jordan joined USL Championship team Tampa Bay Rowdies for the 2021 season. He also had an option to play for them in 2022. Jordan played his first game for the Rowdies on May 1, 2021. This was during a 3–0 win against Charlotte Independence.

Loan to New York Red Bulls II

In February 2022, the Rowdies sent Jordan on loan to New York Red Bulls II. This was for the 2022 USL Championship season. Jordan scored his first goal for Red Bulls II on March 16, 2022. It was the only goal in a 1–0 victory against Atlanta United 2.

Joining New England Revolution II

On December 8, 2022, Jordan Adebayo-Smith signed with MLS Next Pro club New England Revolution II.

Playing for Minnesota United

Jordan Adebayo-Smith joined Major League Soccer club Minnesota United on January 15, 2024. He signed a three-year contract with the team.

How Jordan Plays

The All Nigeria Soccer website has described Jordan Adebayo-Smith as a "lightning quick and very skillful striker." They also noted that he has a good "eye for goal," meaning he is good at scoring.

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