Nigerian Players Abroad: Iwobi, Dele-Bashiru, Akor Adams On Target
Nigerian footballers enjoyed an eventful weekend across Europe, with Alex Iwobi, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Akor Adams getting on the scoresheet for their respective clubs. Meanwhile, several other Super Eagles stars also featured prominently in action across England, Italy, France, Germany and Spain.
Iwobi Fires Fulham to First Premier League Victory
Alex Iwobi emerged as the hero for Fulham, scoring the decisive goal in their hard-fought 1-0 home victory over Hull City to secure their first Premier League win of the season. The Nigerian midfielder found the back of the net in the 33rd minute, with his effort proving enough to earn Fulham all three points.
Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey captained the Cottagers and played his part in the defensive performance, while compatriot Semi Ajayi featured in defence for Hull City.
Dele-Bashiru Scores as Lazio Thrash Juventus
In Italy, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru marked his return to the scoresheet with a superb solo goal in Lazio’s impressive 3-0 away victory over Juventus in Serie A on Sunday. The Nigerian international came off the bench in the 69th minute before producing a brilliant finish in the 89th minute to put the result beyond doubt and complete a memorable performance for the visitors.
Meanwhile, Akor Adams continued his fine scoring form, netting the only goal as Venezia secured a hard-earned 1-0 victory over Napoli on Saturday to record their first win of the season. The Nigerian striker’s decisive effort took his tally to two league goals and four across all competitions this season.
Elsewhere, Samuel Chukwueze featured for AC Milan in their thrilling 3-2 home victory over Atalanta on Sunday. The winger started the encounter but was substituted in the 53rd minute as Milan claimed the win.
Nnadi Provides Assist in Marseille’s Five-Goal Display
In France, Super Eagles midfielder Tochukwu Nnadi delivered an impressive performance for Marseille, providing an assist in their emphatic 5-2 victory over Angers in Sunday’s Ligue 1 encounter. Making his fourth appearance for the French club, Nnadi contributed in midfield before being substituted in the 90th minute as Marseille secured a convincing win.
Fellow Nigerian international Moses Simon also featured in Ligue 1, coming off the bench for Paris FC in their dramatic 4-3 victory over Rennes at the Stade Jean Bouin. Simon, who started the match among the substitutes, was introduced with 11 minutes remaining as Paris FC held on to claim all three points despite a late scare.
Tella Features as Leverkusen Complete Comeback Win
In Germany, Nathan Tella made an appearance for Bayer Leverkusen as they fought back from behind to secure a 2-1 Bundesliga victory over Freiburg at the BayArena on Sunday. The Nigerian winger entered the game in the 59th minute as Leverkusen completed their comeback.
His compatriot Victor Boniface, however, remained an unused substitute in the encounter. While Boniface has made just one league appearance this season, the match marked Tella’s second appearance of the campaign.
Elsewhere in the Bundesliga, Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi came off the bench for Hamburg in their narrow 1-0 victory over Stuttgart on Saturday. Moffi was introduced in the 78th minute as Hamburg secured the win. The Nigerian forward has scored once in six appearances for the club this season.
Lookman Features in Atletico Madrid’s Narrow Win
In Spain, Ademola Lookman featured for Atletico Madrid as Diego Simeone’s men secured a hard-fought 1-0 away victory over Espanyol in La Liga on Saturday. The Nigerian winger, making his ninth appearance of the campaign, started the encounter at the RCDE Stadium before being substituted at half-time as part of a tactical adjustment.
