From thrilling victories to heart-wrenching defeats in a weekend filled with football action across the globe, Nigerian players left their impact on the field. Here’s a roundup of how our Nigerian stars fared:
Alex Iwobi (Everton): Despite a tough 4-0 defeat against Aston Villa, Iwobi displayed his early-season brilliance before an injury forced him off. Everton may be winless in two games, but Iwobi’s spark remains undeniable.
Chukwuemeka Madueke (Chelsea): Madueke dazzled in Chelsea’s midfield, delivering a crucial goal against West Ham, ultimately sealing a 2-1 victory in the London Derby.
Aidomo Emakhu (Millwall): The 19-year-old midfielder, with Nigerian roots, shone through adversity, scoring a consolation goal in Millwall’s 3-1 loss to Norwich. He’s already proving himself in the Championship.
Moses Simon (Nantes): Simon, a consistent performer, played his part for Nantes, even in a 2-0 defeat against 10-man Lille. He’s on the hunt for goals and assists this season.
Gift Orban and Torunarigha (Gent): Orban and Torunarigha displayed their prowess in Genk’s thrilling 2-2 draw against St.Truiden. Orban netted his first league goal of the season, while Torunarigha leveled the score. Exciting times for these Nigerian talents!
Tolu Arokodare and Yira Sor (Genk): Arokodare and Sor took the pitch for Genk in their clash with Sporting Charleroi, though the game ended goalless. Expect more fireworks from them in the coming matches.
Quadri Adediran (Ceske Budejovice): Adediran made his mark in the Fortuna Liga with a goal in Ceske Budejovice’s commanding 3-0 win over Bohemians. A rising star with a promising future!
Tochi Chukwuani (Lyngby): Chukwuani came close to scoring, but VAR had other plans. Despite that, Lyngby secured a 1-0 victory over Randers in the Danish Superliga, and Chukwuani continues to impress.
Ademola Lookman (Atalanta): Lookman kicked off the season in style, contributing to Atalanta’s 2-0 victory over Sassuolo. A solid performance that hints at more success to come.
Calvin Bassey (Fulham): Bassey made his Premier League debut for Fulham, albeit in a tough 3-0 loss to Brentford. With potential for a starting role, he’s one to watch.
Frank Onyeka (Brentford): Onyeka returned from injury and watched from the bench as Brentford secured a convincing 3-0 victory against Fulham. His return adds depth to an already strong squad.
Kelechi Iheanacho and Wilfred Ndidi (Leicester City): The Nigerian duo continued to shine in the Championship, contributing to Leicester City’s last-minute 2-1 win over Cardiff City. The Foxes are off to a flying start with three wins in as many games.
Jamilu Collins and Ike Ugbo (Cardiff City): Collins featured for Cardiff in their 2-1 loss to Leicester, while Ugbo was substituted at halftime. They’ll look to bounce back in the next match.
Cyriel Dessers (Rangers): Dessers played a pivotal role in Rangers’ comeback victory, scoring from the penalty spot and providing an assist in a 2-1 win in the Scottish League Cup.
Victor Osimhen (Napoli): Osimhen wasted no time, netting two goals in Napoli’s 3-1 away win over Frosinone. The Serie A golden boot holder looks poised for another stellar season.
Tyronne Ebuehi (Empoli) and Michael Folorunsho (Verona): Ebuehi played the full match for Empoli in their 1-0 loss to Verona, where Folorunsho made his Serie A debut. A mixed day for the Nigerians in Italy.
Akor Adams (Montpellier): Adams continued his hot streak with his third goal of the season in Montpellier’s 4-1 away victory over Lyon. He’s rapidly becoming a fan favorite.
Victor Boniface (Bayern Leverkusen): Boniface made a memorable Bundesliga debut, assisting in Leverkusen’s hard-fought 3-2 win over RB Leipzig. A star in the making!
Umar Sadiq (Real Sociedad): Sadiq’s return to full fitness saw him play 26 minutes in Real Sociedad’s 1-1 draw with Celta Vigo in La Liga.
Kelechi Nwakali (Chaves): Nwakali provided an assist in GD Chaves’s 4-2 loss to Sporting Braga, showcasing his playmaking skills.
Chidozie Awaziem and Bruno Onyeamaechi (Boavista): The defensive duo helped Boavista secure an impressive 4-1 away victory over Portimonense, with Onyeamaechi even contributing an assist.
Nigerian talent continues to shine brightly across the global football stage, promising an exciting season filled with unforgettable moments.
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