Premier League Action
At Craven Cottage, Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey featured for Fulham in a thrilling 2-2 draw against Ipswich Town. Iwobi, known for his versatility in midfield, was substituted for Rodrigo Muniz in the 63rd minute. He has been an integral part of Marco Silva’s side this season, registering five goals and three assists in 20 league appearances.
Meanwhile, Bassey showcased his defensive prowess by playing the full 90 minutes of the closely contested match. The 25-year-old centre-back has been a consistent presence for Fulham, appearing in 19 league games so far.
At Southampton, Joe Aribo and Paul Onuachu endured a tough outing in a 5-0 home loss to Brentford. Aribo played 87 minutes, while Onuachu featured for 55 minutes in a game the Saints will hope to forget quickly.
Championship Highlights
In the Championship, Josh Maja continued his strong season for West Bromwich Albion in their 1-1 draw against Swansea. The striker played 81 minutes and has now tallied an impressive 12 goals in 26 appearances this campaign.
Super Lig Spotlight in Turkey
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen was once again in the spotlight for Galatasaray, netting the opener in their 2-1 win over Goztepe. The goal, a 10th-minute penalty, marked Osimhen’s 10th league goal of the season in just 12 appearances. He also boasts three assists, underscoring his impact for the Turkish giants.
Elsewhere, David Okereke found the back of the net for Gaziantep in a 2-2 draw against Kasimpasa. Okereke scored just two minutes after Kasimpasa had taken an early lead, bringing his tally to four goals in 12 league appearances this season.
Women’s Football Update
In Saudi Arabia, Ashleigh Plumptre stood out for Al Ittihad Ladies during their narrow cup defeat to Al Nassr. The Super Falcons defender delivered an assist and played a role in forcing an own goal, highlighting her influence on the game.
In Spain, Rasheedat Ajibade gave her all for Atletico de Madrid Femenino in a 2-1 derby loss to Real Madrid. Despite her full 90-minute effort, the Nigerian forward could not prevent her side from falling to their rivals.
