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Kelechi Iheanacho
Super Eagles forward, Kelechi Iheanacho was a second half substitute in Leicester’s 1-0 win against Leeds city. The Nigerian talisman immediately made his presence felt when he sends a pass to team mate Barnes who slotted in the only goal of the encounter. The victory ensured that Leicester moved up to 11th position on the log.
Victor Osimhen
Super Eagles power playing striker Victor Osihmen couldnt help Napoli as they slumped to a 1-0 loss to AC milan. The striker hasn’t scored in 8 games for Napoli but his contribution cannot be understimated. Napoli is currently placed 3rd on the Serie A log and currently eye a Champions league spot.
Wilfred Ndidi
Super Eagles midfielder Ndidi Onyinye wilfred was a starter for Leicester but got replaced in the second half . Having been booked in the 53rd minute for a foul on David James, Rodgers opted to take off Ndidi in the 76th minute, especially after he escaped a second yellow for a challenge on the same player moments after.
Maduka Okoye
Super Eagles number 1 goalie Maduka Okoye was in the best form of his life in the Eredivise match Sparta Rotterdam versus Gelredome .Okoye made 9 crucial saves and kept out a penalty in the 64th minute to keep a clean sheet and preserve his club’s slender lead in the match . However, he summoned courage to chase away a pitch invader. Okoye was eventually struck with a bottle by a fan of the opposing side and the match was halted by the center referee.
Emmanuel Dennis
Watford Nigerian striker Emmanuel Dennis played the entire 90 minutes in the encounter against Arsenal. Dennis thought he had scored as his 17 seconds goal was eventually ruled offside. Watford eventually lost the match 2-3 but he played a pivotal role in Watford’s equalizing goal before Arsenal went ahead to double their lead.
Samuel Kalu
His compatriot, Samuel Kalu, made his Watford debut in the loss, coming on for Tom Cleverly and was impressive in his cameo appearance. He forced a save out of Arsenal goalkeeper, Aaron Ramsdaale.
Taiwo Awoniyi
The Nigerian striker scored an own goal in an effort to help Union Berlin defend a corner. The goal eventually stood as the match decider as Wolfsburg defeated Union Berlin by a solitary goal. Awoniyi was substituted in the 71st minute of the encounter.
Moses Simom
Nigerian winger was highly influential for French side Nantes in their 2-0 win against Montpellier, he almost got a goal in the match but his effort was saved by the opposing goalkeeper. He has now scored 3 goals and bagged 7 assist as his club side’s push for a champions league spot. Nantes are currently placed 4th on the log
Paul Onuachu
Super Eagles goal poacher Paul Onuachu played all 90 minutes, as Genk forced Cercle Brugge to a 2-2 draw at the Jan Breydel stadium. Onuachu has been in fine form for Genk this season. He had a decent game with 45 touches and two shots on target.
Samuel Chukwueze
The Super Eagles forward was on the losing side for Spanish side Villareal although the winger didn’t start the game, he was however introduced in the 77th minute but couldn’t savage the situation.Villareal slumped to their first loss in 7 matches in the La liga
Sadiq Umar
On form Nigeria striker Sadiq Umar scored a vital goal for his segunda B side Almeria as they defeated Malaga by 1-0. Umar has attracted interest from clubsides like Atletico Madrid and Sevilla.