Nigerian Footballers Shine Abroad Last Weekend
• Naijanews • Sports
Last weekend, several Nigerian footballers delivered impressive performances across Europe. Ola Aina played a crucial role for Nottingham Forest in their 1-1 draw against Aston Villa, making seven duels, two interceptions, and completing 31 passes, contributing to Forest's unbeaten run of five matches. Taiwo Awoniyi was not listed for the match. In Scotland, Emmanuel Fernandez helped Rangers achieve a dramatic comeback win against Falkirk, recording six clearances and seven recoveries, which secured their position in the title race. Felix Agu returned from injury to play 79 minutes in Werder Bremen's 3-1 defeat to FC Köln, as Bremen continues to battle relegation. In Belgium, Yira Sor remained on the bench during KRC Genk's goalless draw against OH Leuven. Zaidu Sanusi started for FC Porto against Estoril Praia, while Terem Moffi was benched. Anthony Denni played 57 minutes for Göztepe in a chaotic 3-3 draw against Kaçan, completing 18 passes and making three clearances.
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