On a thrilling Saturday filled with goals and excitement, Nigerian stars Alex Iwobi, Gift Orban, and Asisat Oshoala delivered remarkable performances across European and Middle Eastern leagues, as reported by Soccernet.ng.
Iwobi Leads Fulham’s Comeback
At Craven Cottage, Alex Iwobi was instrumental in Fulham’s impressive 3-1 turnaround victory over Brentford.
The Nigerian midfielder equalized in the 38th minute by capitalizing on a loose ball following a misclearance from Nathan Collins.
Within just over a minute, Iwobi showcased his playmaking skills by threading a precise pass to Harry Wilson, who confidently curled the ball into the net.
This rapid double impact from Iwobi dramatically shifted the momentum, reaffirming why Fulham’s manager Marco Silva values him highly. After a career-best season tallying nine goals and six assists, Iwobi appears poised to drive Fulham toward another successful campaign.
Defensively, fellow Nigerian international Calvin Bassey also delivered a solid performance for Fulham.
Meanwhile, Samuel Chukwueze of Fulham and Brentford’s Frank Onyeka remained on the bench throughout the match.
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Orban Shines Against Juventus
In Serie A action, Gift Orban was named man of the match as Hellas Verona secured a 1-1 draw with Juventus.
The 22-year-old forward converted a penalty just before halftime, awarded after Joao Mario’s handball. Despite goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio getting a hand to the shot, Orban’s strike was too powerful to stop.
Orban’s relentless attacking, marked by eight shots on goal, consistently troubled Juventus’ defense, culminating in his first Serie A goal and a standout performance against the Italian giants.
Oshoala Continues Scoring Streak in Saudi League
Super Falcons icon Asisat Oshoala is quickly making an impact at Al-Hilal in the Saudi Women’s Premier League.
The six-time African Player of the Year both scored and assisted in a thrilling 3-2 victory over Al Ahli.
Having netted twice in as many matches since her transfer from Bay FC, Oshoala’s influence in the attacking third is undeniable. Her presence is elevating the league’s profile, with Al-Hilal clearly structuring their offense around her talents.
Onuachu’s Goal Fueled by Onana’s Vision
In Turkey, Paul Onuachu secured a crucial point for Trabzonspor with a goal in their 1-1 draw against Gaziantep, assisted by an extraordinary pass from goalkeeper André Onana.
Onana spotted Onuachu’s run from deep within his own half and delivered a precise 60-yard ball.
Onuachu expertly controlled the ball, evaded the goalkeeper, and finished with composure in the 70th minute.
This goal marks his third in six league outings since rejoining Trabzonspor this summer.
Moffi Scores Despite Nice’s Defeat
In Ligue 1, Terem Moffi found the back of the net for OGC Nice, but his goal was not enough to prevent a 4-1 loss to Brest.
The striker capitalized on his opportunity, scoring his second goal of the season, yet Nice struggled overall and were punished for defensive lapses.
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