Sodiq Ismail was born on August 13, 2002, in Lagos State, Nigeria, although his state of origin is believed to be Oyo State. Born and raised in Lagos State, Nigeria, the defender showcased his football talent in the streets of Lagos while playing with his friends and neighbours to hone his skills.

It was during one of his usual street football games that Ismail Sodiq’s skills caught the attention of local scouts who recruited him to Remo Stars’ U15 side.

While at the U15 youth setup, the youngster, through determination and hardwork, rose through the ranks to earn a place in the club’s first team.

Sodiq continued to grow in leaps and bounds to shortly establish himself as a first-choice player for the Sky Blue Stars in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) which he came close to winning during the 2022/23 season when Remo Stars finished second on goal difference in the Super Six playoffs.

Sodiq contributed eight assists in the 2022/23 abridged NPFL season and has already bagged 13 assists and 1 goal in the 2023/24 NPFL campaignThe right-back’s ability to create chances and assist his teammates has sparked comparisons from fans and pundits alike to one of the game’s greatest right-backs, Barcelona legend Dani Alves.

Sodiq has mastered the act of defending and attacking, improving his versatility as both a right-back and a right-winger.Following an excellent season with Remo Stars, Ismail Sodiq got his first senior call-up to the Super Eagles on 25 May 2024, ahead of Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin.

Nigerian professional footballer who currently plays for Remo Star as a right back.In May 2024, he received his first call to play for the Super Eagle of Nigeria as part of the George Finidi’s 23-man list for 2026 World Cup qualifiers.