In the season’s last games, Nigerian football players put on impressive displays throughout the continent to cap up their 2024–2025 European campaign.
Alex Iwobi made Premier League history at Craven Cottage, even though Fulham lost to Manchester City 2-0.
Iwobi initially made history in 2022–2023 when he became the first Nigerian football player to play in all 38 Premier League games twice.
After entering the game in the 61st minute, the Nigerian international made a defensive contribution with a tackle and an interception while also posting an outstanding 92% pass accuracy.
Southampton lost to Arsenal 2-1 at the Emirates, and Paul Onuachu had a quiet game. The Saints ended their season in loss, and the tall striker, who came off the bench, found it difficult to make an impression.
Nevertheless, despite Nottingham Forest’s close 1-0 loss to Chelsea, Ola Aina put up a more competitive show.
The full-back made numerous clearances and crosses over the more than 80 minutes of play, as well as producing one significant opportunity.
His dynamic performance concluded a season of development, and Taiwo Awoniyi, an injured teammate, was seen supporting the squad from the sidelines.
Spain’s La Liga: Ejuke and Uche Deliver
Chidera Ejuke made a brief appearance for Sevilla against Villarreal in Spain, where they lost 4–2. Even though he just played three minutes, the winger made a tidy cameo and contributed a crucial pass.
In Getafe’s 2-1 loss to Celta Vigo, Christantus Uche was a noteworthy player, helping to set up the first goal.
The midfielder, who played 83 minutes and contributed 10 goals in his first La Liga season, was active all over the field, making tackles, duels, and transitions.
Serie A: Chukwueze Finishes the Season with Style
With a great performance off the bench, Samuel Chukwueze concluded his second Serie A season in Italy.
Ahead of an anticipated summer rebuild, the AC Milan winger reminded supporters and management of his worth by playing both attack and defense and helping Matteo Gabbia score the game-winning goal in a 2-0 victory against Monza.
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Duru, Durosinmi, and Moses’ Impressions in Scandinavia and Central Europe
Ebube Duru was chosen man of the match in Denmark even though SønderjyskE lost to Vejle 3–2. In his season-ending match, the left-back scored an incredible goal and made a strong contribution on both ends.
In the Czech Republic, Rafiu Durosinmi scored in Viktoria Plzeň’s 4-1 thumping of Jablonec to cap off his campaign, dedicating the goal to his sister.
In a decisive 3-0 victory over Baník Ostrava, David Moses led Slavia Prague in midfield with four interceptions and an assist.
As the 2024–2025 season draws to a close, Nigerian football players have once again shown their abilities in Europe’s top leagues.
Ahead of the forthcoming international games and transfer windows, the performances, which range from historic achievements to promising advances, provide a great deal of hope.
