About Omar Jawo
Born 1981. Omar Jawo is an association football player.
Omar Jawo (born 8 November 1981 in Banjul) is a Gambian-Swedish footballer who plays as a defender.
Career Jawo began his youth career with Assyriska FF. He earned his first two professional caps with the squad in 2002, before signing with IK Frej in 2003. After one season with IK Frej he was sold to Vallentuna BK where he played one year. He signed than in February 2005 for Väsby United and played 80 games, who scored four goals before signed in February 2009 for Gefle IF. In 2016, he signed a one-year contract with Brommapojkarna.
Personal life Omar's brother Amadou Jawo plays currently for Stockholm based Djurgårdens IF. His two youngest brothers, Momodou Jawo and Ebrima "Mabou" Jawo are also footballers.
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Who is Omar Jawo?
Gambian-Swedish footballer
When was Omar Jawo born?
Omar Jawo was born on 8 November 1981 in Banjul.
What is Omar Jawo's occupation?
Omar Jawo is an association football player.
What nationality is Omar Jawo?
Omar Jawo's recorded nationality: The Gambia.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Omar Jawo. https://biography.guide/omar-jawo/
MLA: "Omar Jawo." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/omar-jawo/.
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