From Akor Adams opening his Serie A scoring account in Italy to Kelechi Iheanacho continuing his remarkable goalscoring form in Turkey, it was another busy weekend for Nigeria’s international stars.
Adams Opens Serie A Account Despite Venezia Defeat
In Italy, Akor Adams opened his Serie A goalscoring account, although his effort was not enough to prevent Venezia from suffering a 4-2 home defeat to Fiorentina on Friday night. Venezia took a surprise lead against the run of play in the 22nd minute through their record signing. Adams collected a pass on the right side of the penalty area before producing a composed first-time finish into the far corner. The goal marked the Nigeria international’s first in Serie A.
Meanwhile, Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze played the full 90 minutes for AC Milan in their entertaining 2-2 draw against Lazio on Saturday. The Nigerian, who was making his fourth appearance of the season, has already registered two assists during the campaign.
Iheanacho Continues Remarkable Scoring Run in Turkey
In Turkey, Kelechi Iheanacho continued his impressive goalscoring form for Bursaspor, finding the net once again in their thrilling 2-2 home draw against Esenler Erokspor on Sunday. The Nigerian forward opened the scoring in the 16th minute, giving Bursaspor an early advantage. The goal took Iheanacho’s tally to an impressive nine goals in seven league appearances, while he has also provided two assists.
Lookman Features in Atletico Madrid Victory
In Spain, Ademola Lookman started for Atletico Madrid as they secured an impressive 3-0 away victory over Real Sociedad in La Liga on Sunday. The Nigerian international was included in the starting XI before being substituted in the 76th minute as Atletico completed a comfortable victory on the road.
Elsewhere in Spain, Chidera Ejuke featured for Sevilla in their hard-fought 1-0 victory over Valencia at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán on Friday. Ejuke came on in the 63rd minute to make his fifth league appearance of the season as Sevilla held on for all three points.
Awoniyi Sent Off as Coventry Suffer Heavy Defeat
In England, Super Eagles duo Taiwo Awoniyi and Frank Onyeka were both involved as Coventry City suffered a heavy 5-0 home defeat to Brighton on Sunday.
It was a difficult afternoon for Awoniyi, who was shown a red card in the 53rd minute. The forward was making his fourth appearance for the club.
Onyeka, meanwhile, started the match before being substituted in the 73rd minute.
Ajayi Helps Hull City Earn Point Against Chelsea
Nigeria international Semi Ajayi continued his impressive run of appearances for newly promoted Hull City as they held Chelsea to a 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. Ajayi once again played the full 90 minutes, maintaining his presence in the Hull City defence as the visitors secured a valuable point against the Premier League giants.
Aina Helps Forest End Winless Run
At Villa Park, Ola Aina featured for Nottingham Forest as they ended their winless run with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Aston Villa. The Nigerian defender played the entire 90 minutes, helping Forest secure an important three points away from home.
Iwobi and Bassey Help Fulham Earn First Premier League Point
At Anfield, Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey were both involved as Fulham earned their first point of the Premier League season following a goalless draw against Liverpool. Bassey completed the full 90 minutes, while Iwobi was substituted with 13 minutes remaining.
Fernandez Features in Rangers’ Victory Over Celtic
In Scotland, Nigeria international Emmanuel Fernandez played the full match for Rangers as they produced an emphatic 3-0 victory over Celtic in the Scottish League Cup quarter-final at Ibrox Stadium on Sunday. The defender completed the entire 90 minutes as Rangers secured a memorable victory over their city rivals.
Simon Helps Paris FC Maintain Unbeaten Start
In France, Moses Simon featured for Paris FC as they maintained their unbeaten start to the Ligue 1 campaign with a hard-fought 0-0 home draw against Lyon. Simon came off the bench with 11 minutes remaining and helped his side hold on to their unbeaten record after four games in the French top flight.
