Browsing: NIGERIAN FOOTBALL

Sadiq had just delivered a standout campaign with Almeria, scoring 43 goals and providing 13 assists in 84 appearances, helping them secure promotion to La Liga.

He admitted that while he discouraged them at first, their passion for the game eventually won him over.

Meanwhile in Egypt, the Flying Eagles are expected to play a couple of friendly matches ahead of their Group B opener against Tunisia.

Adding two goals and one assist to his performance this season, Aina’s defensive consistency and attacking contributions have earned him widespread praise.

With just under three months remaining on his current deal, the 26-year-old is expected to make a final decision about his future at the end of the season.

The Coach further revealed that he presented his vision and footballing philosophy at a coaching conference organized by the NFF.

The winger is currently recovering from a knock sustained in Leverkusen’s match against Union Berlin, where he was forced off shortly after halftime following a first-half collision.

With the tie finely balanced, Valverde has urged his players to remain alert to the dangers posed by the in-form Nigerian forward.

Iheanacho joined Sevilla in the summer of 2024 after the expiration of his contract with Leicester City but failed to make the desired impact at the Spanish club.

The 26-year-old has been in blistering form this season, scoring 29 goals and providing six assists in 33 appearances across all competitions.