What you need to know about Michael Oluwadurotimi Obafemi, Southampton Striker

By Emmanuel Oladele - Michael Oluwadurotimi Obafemi is a 19-year-old Professional footballer who plays for Southampton in the English Premier League as a striker.

He was born in Dublin, Ireland to Nigerian parents. He played for Republic of Ireland National Team at the age grade level and currently plays for their senior team. He could have also chosen to represent Nigeria but prefers to play for the Republic of Ireland.

Michael's parents moved to England and he was raised in London.

The forward has an older brother who is also a professional footballer, Afolabi Obafemi by name.

Michael Oluwadurotimi Obafemi

Michael Oluwadurotimi Obafemi was an unused substitute in Southampton's 1-1 draw at Goodison Park on Thursday night in the Premier League Matchday 34.

Do you think he should have represented Nigeria instead of Northern Ireland?