Osimhen, Nnadozie Lead Nigerian Stars Dominating Abroad, Others Impress

According to Ireporter Online, Nigerian footballers delivered standout performances across Europe over the weekend, contributing goals, trophies, and milestone achievements as the season approaches its decisive stage.

In England, Chiamaka Nnadozie was instrumental as Brighton & Hove Albion Women staged a remarkable comeback from two goals down to defeat Liverpool Women 3-2, securing a historic place in the Women’s FA Cup final for the first time. The Super Falcons goalkeeper made a vital near-post save shortly before the winning goal, setting up a final showdown with Manchester City Women at Wembley.

In Ukraine, young forward Prosper Obah played his part as Shakhtar Donetsk wrapped up the Ukrainian Premier League title with a commanding 4-0 victory over Vorskla, marking a strong start to his spell at the club.

In Italy, David Okereke was on target for US Cremonese in their 3-0 win over Pisa SC, while Umar Sadiq continued his impressive form as Valencia edged Athletic Bilbao 1-0 in a crucial result for their survival push.

Spain saw late heroics from Akor Adams, who scored a stoppage-time winner for Sevilla against Espanyol, while in Italy, Maduka Okoye recorded his 11th Serie A clean sheet in Udinese’s victory over Cagliari, becoming the first Nigerian since Vincent Enyeama to reach double figures in a top-five European league season.

In Scotland, Kelechi Iheanacho moved closer to silverware as Celtic defeated Rangers 3-1, strengthening their title push.

In Turkey, Victor Osimhen celebrated a league triumph with Galatasaray following their win over Antalyaspor, amid growing transfer interest from several top European clubs including Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Barcelona, Atlético Madrid, PSG, and Bayern Munich.

Elsewhere, Rasheedat Ajibade and Jennifer Echegini endured disappointment as Paris Saint-Germain Féminine fell 2-1 to Lyon in the Women’s French Cup final, while AS Roma Women recorded victory over Sassuolo with Rinsola Babajide and Opeyemi Oladipo also featuring.