Josh Popoola

Joshua Oluwagbeminija Popoola (born 7 May 2004) is an English footballer who plays as a defender for Warrington Town on loan from Stockport County.

Career
During his early career, Popoola spent seven years with the Watford academy. Following his release he joined the Pro:Direct Academy. In February 2022, he joined Southern League Premier Division Central club Hitchin Town.

Ahead of the 2022–23 season, Popoola joined AFC Bournemouth, signing a first professional contract having impressed on trial. In February 2023, he joined National League South club Cheshunt on a one-month loan deal. He was released by Bournemouth at the end of the season.

On 31 July 2023, he joined League Two club Stockport County. On 22 August 2023, he made his first-team senior debut for the club in a 1–1 EFL Trophy draw with Manchester United U21. In September 2023, he joined National League North club Spennymoor Town on a one-month loan deal. Following his return, he joined Chorley on loan until January 2024. He was recalled on 30 November and subsequently joined Warrington Town on a month-long loan.

Personal life
Following his release from Watford, Popoola worked as both a kitchen porter and a waiter at Twickenham Stadium.