Kaduna-born Sadiq Umar received a signed shirt from Real Madrid legend Sergio Ramos after scoring a world-class goal in last weekend’s league match against Sevilla.
Former Borussia Dortmund and Super Eagles defensive midfielder Sunday Olise praised Sadiq Umar after the striker scored a stunning goal in the 1-1 draw between Real Sociedad and Osasuna reportedSoccernet.ng. p>
The goal was Umar’s second in the league this season after last weekend’s match against Sevilla, and was praised by the Olympic gold medalist.
The 26-year-old suffered a cruciate ligament injury in his left knee when he joined La Real as a substitute for Alexander Isak at the beginning of last season, who was subsequently transferred. . To Newcastle.
The former Roma striker had a poor start to the season, failing to score in 13 games, but has since also scored two long-range shots in two consecutive games.
Reaction to the goal posted by BBC Sports presenterMimi FawazOliseh・Explanation of Sadiq’s stunning throw It was top class from 25 meters
Strikers could learn from his First touch. Top class!
Totally agree Mimi! https://t.co/RAtWaPqPwl– Sunday Oliseh (@SundayOOliseh) 3 2023 April 12
The Super Eagles striker appears to have found his groove at a crucial time as he is named in Jose Peseiro’s forward list for the AFCON tournament in Ivory Coast.
Nigerians are also happy to have another striker back in Europe after Taiwo Awoniyi suffered a groin injury. If Sadiq continues to perform well, he could be the perfect successor to the Nottingham Forest striker.
