"Veteran Walsall striker Albert Adomah says the mantra of "giving it the max" has been the driving force of his 18-year career. The 37-year-old has played more than 750 matches and, in his first season at the Bescot Stadium last term, quickly achieved cult status with Saddlers fans, who have dubbed him 'Uncle' Albert in an affectionate nod to his longevity."
"Born in the UK, Adomah lived in Ghana until he was nine and starting playing what he called "off-the-cuff" style cage and street football. On his return to England he played men's football from aged 15 in Sunday leagues, amateur combination and at semi-pro level before turning professional with Barnet, and scoring on his Football League debut, aged 19, in January 2008."
Albert Adomah, a 37-year-old Walsall striker, credits the mantra 'giving it the max' for sustaining an 18-year professional career. He has played more than 750 matches and earned cult status at Walsall, where fans affectionately call him 'Uncle' Albert. His goal celebrations parody ageing with 'zimmer-frame' and 'mobility scooter' routines. Adomah joined Walsall as his eighth professional club and signed a one-year contract to remain until at least the end of the season. He balances football with fatherhood and recalled being away from his children during earlier club spells. He began playing street football in Ghana and turned professional with Barnet at 19.
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