Author: Aishat Akanni
However, Adams would have relished the opportunity to make his debut and stake his claim for a regular spot in the national team.
Valencia will now shift their focus to their next league fixture, hoping Sadiq can continue his rich vein of form and guide them further away from the drop zone.
Despite their strong individual displays, Fulham will be frustrated with the result, knowing they came close to securing a valuable point.
The Saints have endured a dismal campaign, sitting rock bottom of the table with just nine points after 27 matches, having lost all but five of their games.
Valencia’s victory lifted them two places up to 16th in the table, now one point clear of the relegation zone after 27 matches.
Iwobi played a key role in Fulham’s opener, setting up Raul Jiménez in the 35th minute with a brilliant solo run from his own half down the right flank.
On the international front, Dessers has been included in Nigeria’s provisional squad for this month’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe.
With the second leg set to take place in Turkey, Rangers must remain cautious as Fenerbahce will be desperate to turn the tie around.
“I’m happy to be here at Partizani. It’s a great club with a strong history, and I’m looking forward to contributing to the team’s success,” he said.
For Dessers, this form has also reignited discussions about his Super Eagles future, especially with Nigeria’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers coming up in March.
