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Former Nigerian international, Edema Fuludu has encouraged the Super Eagles to use their promising Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), qualification campaign as a springboard for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.

This weekend saw Nigerian footballers in action across Europe’s top leagues, with performances that left a mark on scoreboards.

Nigerian striker, Tolu Arokodare continued his impressive form in the current, providing an assist in KRC Genk’s 2-0 league win over Royal Antwerp, on Sunday.

William Troost-Ekong celebrated Ademola Lookman’s performance in the Serie clash against Napoli, on Sunday.

Nantes head coach Antoine Kombouaré is demanding more from leaders in the team following Sunday’s 2-1 Ligue Un defeat at home against Olympique Marseille.

A dramatic late winner sealed all three points for Fenerbahce in their 137th Super Lig match against Trabzonspor at the Papara Park, on Sunday.

Kelechi Iheanacho could not replicate his impressive Copa del Rey night, coming off the bench when Sevilla hosted Real Sociedad in La Liga on Sunday.

Super Eagles and Atalanta forward, Ademola Lookman delivered a stunning performance with a brace against league leaders Napoli, handing them only their second defeat of the season.

Nigerian forward, Tolu Arokodare has won KRC Genk’s ‘Goal of the Month’ award for October following a breathtaking strike against Gent.

In a strategic move to streamline travel, players invited for the qualifiers will fly directly to Abidjan from their respective bases, bypassing Nigeria.