Top Performing Nigerian Footballers Abroad Last Weekend

Last weekend, several Nigerian footballers showcased impressive performances while playing for their respective clubs abroad.

Below are some of the top Nigerian Footballers abroad who performed well for their respective clubs last weekend, September 22 and 23:

Spain:

– Rasheedat Ajibade of Atletico Madrid had an outstanding game, scoring two goals and providing an assist in a 4-0 win against Valencia. This marked her fourth goal contribution in just two games this season.

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– Chrisantus Uche of Getafe played 67 minutes in a 1-1 draw against Leganes.

France:

– Moses Simon of Nantes provided an assist in a 1-1 draw against Angers, continuing his fine run in the league.

– Akor Adams of Montpellier scored a brace in a 3-2 win against Auxerre, taking his tally to three goals in five league games this season.

– Gift Orban of Lyon maintained his place in the starting lineup against Marseille.

Belgium:

– Arokodare, Sor (Genk) contributed to a 4-0 win over Beerschot, with Arokodare scoring his sixth league goal of the season.

Germany:

– Victor Boniface scored a 93rd-minute winner in a seven-goal thriller for Bayer Leverkusen against Wolfsburg, securing a crucial victory for his team.

Italy:

– Fisayo Dele-Bashiru (Lazio) was unused for the second consecutive game as Lazio fell to a 2-1 defeat at Fiorentina.

Turkey

– Victor Osimhen recorded his second assist of the season as he helped Galatasaray beat Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahçe 3-1.

Other Nigerian footballers abroad who performed well for their respective clubs last weekend are highlighted below:

Joe Aribo (Southampton): Aribo played a role in Southampton’s 1-1 draw against Ipswich, coming on as a substitute in added time.

Victor Moses (Luton): Making his debut for Luton Town, Moses played for eight minutes and assisted his team in securing a 2-1 victory against Sheffield Wednesday, marking a successful return to English football after his stint with Spartak Moscow.

Maja, Ajayi (West Brom): Josh Maja scored his sixth goal of the season, securing West Bromwich Albion’s narrow 1-0 win over Plymouth Argyle, while Semi Ajayi delivered a solid defensive performance, contributing to the team’s clean sheet.

Igoh Ogbu (Slavia Prague): Ogbu suffered a facial fracture and was substituted in the 24th minute of Slavia Prague’s 3-0 win over Plezen. Despite this setback, Ogbu has been consistent for Slavia this season, making eight appearances and helping the club stay top of the Czech league.

Dessers, Balogun (Rangers): Cyriel Dessers scored a brace in Rangers’ 3-0 league cup win over Dundee FC, showcasing his scoring prowess. Meanwhile, Leon Balogun has been a regular presence for the club in various competitions this season.

Stanley Nwabali (Chippa United): Nwabali continued his fine form at the club level, making four saves to help Chippa United secure a 1-0 win against Richards Bay in the South Africa PL. Nwabali’s consistent performance has been instrumental for Chippa United, who are currently seventh in the league table.

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