Soccernet.ng highlights the most important soccer moves that brought glory, drama and thrilling moments of excitement as Nigerian talent took center stage across Europe.
Czech Republic: Yahaya’s heroics for Opava
The Czech Cup saw some surprising encounters, with 19-year-old Mohamed Yahaya emerging as Opava’s hero, scoring the winning goal in a thrilling 3-2 victory over Zbrojovka Brno.
Denmark: Silkeborg’s stunning comeback
In Denmark’s DBU Cup, Ahmad Gehlo scored Sited’s first goal, but Silkeborg came back to claim an impressive 3-1 away win.
Drama in København: B 93 vs. Randers
Emmanuel Ogude and Stephen O’Day provided assists for B 93 and Landers respectively in a thrilling 3-3 draw at the Osterbro Stadion.
However, O’Day and Landers prevailed, winning the shootout 5-3.
Malta: Akinbule stars for Marsaxlokk
Sunday Akinbure played a key role against Malta, contributing a goal to Marsaxlokkk’s 3-1 victory over Sirens.
Belgium: Ejuke’s showmanship for Antwerp
Cidera Ejuk showed off his skills as a late substitute for Royal Antwerp in a goalless draw with KAA Gent, who missed the suspended Gift Orbán.
Spain: Real Sociedad secures victory in Valencia
Oumar Sadiq watched from the bench as Real Sociedad won 1-0 away at Valencia in Spain’s La Liga
England EFL Cup: Leicester stumble at Anfield
Kelechi Iheanacho started for Leicester City, while Wilfred Ndidi came on in the second half in a disappointing 3-1 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield.
Brentford fall to Arsenal
Frank Onyeka made a huge contribution for Brentford, but it wasn’t enough as they lost 1-0 to Arsenal.
Fulham edge out Norwich
Alex Iwobi scores his first goal for Fulham in a hard-fought 2-1 win against Norwich City. Calvin Bassey also initially served as a left central defender.
Greece: Troost-Ekong shines for PAOK
In Greece, William Troost-Ekong’s defensive performance played a key role in PAOK’s clean sheet as they comfortably defeated Volos NFC 3-0 in Super Ligue 1.
Italy: Ebuehi’s impact for Empoli
Tironne Ebouehi came on as a substitute and helped Empoli to their first Serie A win of the season with a 1-0 victory over Salernitana.
Chukwueze boosts AC Milan
Samuel Chukwueze played 70 minutes in AC Milan’s come-from-behind 3-1 away win over Cagliari.
Napoli’s resounding Victory
In Napoli, Victor Osimhen put the controversy to rest with a goal as Napoli comfortably beat Isaac Success’s Udinese 4-1. This success provided the assist for Udinese’s only goal.
Romania: Abdullahi’s consolation Goal
Nasir Abdullahi scored the winning goal as Progreslu Pesica lost 2-1 at home to Petrolulu 52 in the Romanian Cup.
Saudi Arabia: Ighalo’s heroics for Al-Wehda FC
Odion Ighalo saved Al Weda FC a 76th minute lead in a stunning 2-0 win away to Al Oroba in the King Cup of Champions.
Godwin’s debut Disappointment
Savior Godwin’s King Cup debut ended in disappointment as Al Ahdoud lost 3-1 to Al Fateh.
Scotland: Rangers cruise to semifinals
Cyriel Dessars started for Rangers, who defeated Ayo Obilai’s Livingston 4-0 and booked a place in the Scottish League Cup semi-finals.
