Andre Blackman

Early career

Blackman began his career at Afewee Academy in Brixton before joining as a trainee with Arsenal, moving to Tottenham Hotspur and then signing for Portsmouth at the age of 16. He also had spells with Chelsea, and West Ham.

Bristol City

Blackman started his professional career by signing a two-year contract with Bristol City after his release by Portsmouth. Blackman made his debut for Bristol City in the League Cup match against Brentford on 11 August 2009. On 1 October 2009, he was released by Bristol City over a disciplinary matter, without making a league appearance. He then went on trial with Championship side Leicester City, which proved to be unsuccessful.

AFC Wimbledon

After declaring he wanted to "sort his life out", Blackman signed for Conference National club AFC Wimbledon on 1 June 2010, and made his debut in their 1–0 away win against Southport on 14 August; however, after a handful of appearances, Blackman was declared surplus to requirements and was replaced by Chris Bush, and subsequently Gareth Gwillim. Blackman featured in 18 League, Cup and friendly matches scoring twice, including one against an Arsenal XI – his former club. On 12 January 2011, Blackman went on trial with Oldham Athletic, but was not signed. On 9 February 2011, it was announced that Blackman had joined an unnamed league club on trial.

Celtic

In October 2011, Blackman had a trial with Scottish Premier League side Celtic, playing his first…

As of match played 9 October 2021.

Blackman was born in Lambeth, London.