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Leverkusen’s night worsened in the second half when Nordi Mukiele was sent off in the 62nd minute after receiving a second yellow card.

With Fulham only five points away from a Champions League spot, their performance against Brighton could be crucial in their European aspirations.

Nigeria will take on Rwanda in Kigali on March 21 before hosting Zimbabwe in Uyo on March 25, aiming to revive their World Cup qualification hopes.

With crucial matches against Rwanda (March 21) and Zimbabwe (March 25) coming up, the Super Eagles must bounce back to keep their hopes alive.

His return to action is a timely boost, as head coach Eric Chelle looks to assemble his strongest squad for the must-win World Cup qualifiers.

Rwanda, who currently top Group C with seven points from four matches, will host Nigeria at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on Friday, March 21, before facing Lesotho four days later.

Balogun, if fit and in form, could strengthen the defensive options for new head coach Eric Chelle, who is set to announce his squad soon.

Despite injury concerns, Lazio midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru (ankle) and Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye (out since December) have also been named.

Eric Chelle has a massive task ahead. Since his appointment, he has been travelling across Europe, watching Nigerian players and meeting key figures like Alex Iwobi and Moses Simon as he finalizes his squad.

In response, the London club swiftly issued a statement condemning the abuse and reiterating their full support for the Nigerian international.