It was another thrilling weekend for Nigerian footballers plying their trade across Europe, with goals, assists, transfers, and standout performances highlighting the growing influence of Nigerian players.
Osimhen Hits Historic Milestone in Turkey
In Turkey, Victor Osimhen continued his sensational form as Galatasaray cruised to a dominant 4–0 victory over Kayserispor on Sunday. The Super Eagles striker found the net and provided an assist in a commanding display that marked a major career milestone.
Osimhen converted from the penalty spot in the 25th minute to double Galatasaray’s lead before setting up Gabriel Sara for the third goal in the 60th minute. The strike took his career tally to an impressive 200 goals — 165 at club level and 35 for Nigeria. He has now scored 14 goals in 20 appearances across all competitions this season.
Mixed Fortunes for Onuachu at Trabzonspor
Paul Onuachu endured a bittersweet outing as Trabzonspor were held to a 1–1 draw by Antalyaspor in Friday’s Turkish Super Lig clash. The towering striker equalised in the 53rd minute from the penalty spot, scoring his 13th league goal in just 17 appearances this season.
However, Onuachu missed a golden chance to seal all three points late in the game after failing to convert a second penalty.
Aina and Uche Feature in Premier League Stalemate
In the Premier League, Super Eagles duo Ola Aina and Christantus Uche were in action as Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace played out a 1–1 draw on Sunday.
Aina made his seventh league appearance for Forest this season and has already contributed one assist. Uche, meanwhile, featured for the 11th time for Palace but is still searching for his first goal of the campaign.
Iwobi, Bassey, and Chukwueze in Old Trafford Thriller
Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, and Samuel Chukwueze all featured as Manchester United edged Fulham 3–2 in a pulsating encounter at Old Trafford.
Iwobi made his 17th appearance of the season and has two goals to his name, while Chukwueze, on his 10th outing, has scored three goals so far. Bassey also made his 17th appearance for Fulham this season, coming on as a late substitute in the 86th minute and has one goal to his credit.
Wolves Struggle Continues for Arokodare
It was a difficult afternoon for Tolu Arokodare and Wolves, who suffered a 2–0 home defeat to Bournemouth on Saturday. The Nigerian striker played the full 90 minutes as Wolves slipped to another Premier League loss.
Gift Orban Impresses in Serie A
In Italy, Gift Orban put in a solid shift as Cagliari thrashed Hellas Verona 4–0 in Saturday’s Serie A fixture. The Nigerian forward played the entire match and has now recorded seven goals and one assist in 19 appearances this season.
Transfer Updates: Moffi, Lookman, Onyeka
Off the pitch, Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi completed a loan move from OGC Nice to Portuguese giants FC Porto, where he will link up with international teammate Zaidu Sanusi.
Ademola Lookman arrived in Madrid on Sunday to undergo medicals ahead of his permanent transfer from Atalanta to Atlético Madrid. The deal, reportedly worth €40 million, has already been agreed between both clubs.
Meanwhile, Frank Onyeka has temporarily stepped away from the Premier League after joining EFL Championship side Coventry City on loan from Brentford.
Babajide with a Heroic Performance
In women’s football, Rinsola Babajide made a dramatic impact for AS Roma Women, coming off the bench to score a stoppage-time equaliser in a thrilling 3–3 draw against Parma on Sunday. Her late goal salvaged a crucial point for Roma, with fellow Nigerian Shukurat Oladipo also featuring in the match.
