Abdul Osman

Early career

Osman started his career at Hampton & Richmond Borough before he moved on to play at youth level for Watford, before signing for Maidenhead United. After leaving the Magpies, Osman then signed for Gretna in the summer of 2007, signing a 12-month contract with the Anvils, scoring one goal versus Motherwell. Osman was then a free agent after the Anvils entered administration and he attracted interest from a number of clubs, with Leeds United, Ipswich Town and Brighton all reported to be keen on him, as well as various clubs from Scotland.

Northampton Town

In June 2008, Osman signed for Northampton Town after he failed a medical with Kilmarnock. On 22 September 2010, Osman netted the winning penalty-kick at Anfield Stadium, as the Cobblers knocked Liverpool out of the League Cup. In May 2011, along with seven other players, Osman was informed that his contract would not be renewed by the club.

Kerkyra

In July 2011, Osman then went on trial at Super League Greece club Kerkyra and signed a 2+1⁄2-year contract in August 2011.

Crewe Alexandra

On 25 July 2012, Osman then joined Crewe Alexandra on a two-year contract.

Partick Thistle

After being released by the Railwaymen in 2014, Osman went on trial with Partick Thistle, before signing for the Harry Wraggs on 23 July 2014. Osman scored his first goal for the Firhill club on 13 September 2014, in a 3–1 win versus Inverness Caledonian Thistle, heading in from a corner to…

After retiring from football, Osman moved into coaching. In June 2026, Osman was named first team coach at Combined Counties Football League Premier Division North side Northwood, working under manager Manny Williams.

As of 28 June 2022

Crewe Alexandra

Football League Trophy: 2012–13