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Nigerians abroad: Otabor, Ebuehi outstanding; Iwobi, Awoniyi excel; Oguns scores in Venezuela

Nigerian football talents illuminated the global stage on Monday night, showcasing their skills and contributing to enthralling encounters in various leagues.

From the English Premier League to Serie A, their impact was felt in scintillating matches that left fans on the edge of their seats. Here is Soccernet.ng‘s roundup of their best contributions. 

In a thrilling encounter at Craven Cottage, Nigerian midfielder Wilfred Ndidi made a notable contribution, albeit in a losing cause, as he came off the bench for Leicester City.

The Foxes engaged in a high-scoring battle against Fulham, ultimately succumbing to a 5-3 defeat.

Meanwhile, at the American Express Community Stadium, Alex Iwobi exhibited his creativity as he provided a crucial assist for Everton.

Alex Iwobi

The Toffees dismantled Brighton with a dominant 5-1 victory, lifting themselves out of the relegation zone. Iwobi’s vision and precision in setting up the fourth goal exemplified his playmaking abilities, igniting Everton’s attacking prowess and securing a resounding win.

At the City Ground, Taiwo Awoniyi endeared himself emphatically to English football, delivering a memorable performance for Nottingham Forest.

The talented forward bagged an impressive brace to propel Forest to an exhilarating 4-3 triumph over Southampton. Awoniyi’s clinical finishing and relentless drive were key factors in his team’s victory, leaving spectators in awe of his potential.

In the Italian Serie A, Tyronne Ebuehi showcased his exceptional skills by providing two crucial assists, guiding Empoli to a hard-fought 2-1 win against Salernitana.

Tyronne Ebuehi

In Ukraine, Viv Solomon-Otabor delivered a standout performance for Rukh Vynnyky.

Displaying his attacking prowess, Solomon-Otabor notched a goal and provided an assist, propelling his team to an emphatic 3-0 victory over Inhulets’.

Shifting focus to the United States, Nigerian duo Tanitoluwa Oluwaseyi and Samuel Adeniran combined seamlessly for San Antonio in the USL Championship.

Their partnership bore fruit as Adeniran opened the scoring and then turned provider for Oluwaseyi’s 81st-minute winner, securing a hard-fought 2-1 away victory against Las Vegas Lights.

Lastly, in Venezuela, Ade Oguns made his mark on the scoresheet for Caracas, although it proved to be a mere consolation in a 2-1 defeat against Academia Puerto Cabello.

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