Nigerian Players to Watch in Europe This Midweek

As midweek action takes centre stage across Europe, several Super Eagles stars will be in cup and league action between Tuesday and Thursday. From England’s EFL Cup to Italy’s Serie A and Spain’s Copa del Rey, here’s a rundown of where to find Nigeria’s best in action – and what to look out for.

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Iwobi, Bassey & Chukwueze – Wycombe vs Fulham (EFL Cup, Tuesday 20:45)

Fulham’s Nigerian stars will look to help the Cottagers turn their form around when they visit Wycombe Wanderers in the EFL Cup fourth round. After four straight Premier League defeats, Marco Silva’s side are desperate for a lift – and this clash against lower-league opposition could provide the spark.

Alex Iwobi is expected to feature on the left, Calvin Bassey should start in defence, while Samuel Chukwueze’s recovery from injury remains uncertain.

Frank Onyeka – Grimsby vs Brentford (EFL Cup, Tuesday 20:45)

Brentford midfielder Frank Onyeka will hope to play his part as the Bees travel to Blundell Park to face League Two giant-killers Grimsby Town.

Grimsby famously knocked out Manchester United earlier in the competition and are eyeing another upset. Onyeka’s energy in midfield could prove crucial as Thomas Frank’s side look to avoid a shock exit and reach the quarter-finals.

Ademola Lookman – Atalanta vs AC Milan (Serie A, Tuesday 20:45)

After a turbulent summer off the pitch, Ademola Lookman is beginning to regain rhythm in Ivan Juric’s Atalanta side.

Still searching for his first goal of the season, the reigning African Footballer of the Year has an excellent record against Milan, scoring three times in his last six appearances against them.

With Atalanta chasing a European spot this season, tonight could be the perfect moment for Lookman to find his finishing touch once again.

Akor Adams & Chidera Ejuke – Toledo vs Sevilla (Copa del Rey, Tuesday 21:00)

Both Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke are expected to feature as Sevilla travel to fifth-tier Toledo in the Copa del Rey.

After a morale-boosting 4-1 win over Barcelona earlier this month, Sevilla have stuttered in La Liga, and this tie offers a chance to rebuild confidence. For Adams and Ejuke, it’s another opportunity to impress as Sevilla aim for a cup run.

Umar Sadiq – Negreira vs Real Sociedad (Copa del Rey, Tuesday 21:00)

Umar Sadiq should start as Real Sociedad take on minnows Negreira from Spain’s sixth tier.
The Super Eagles striker has shown glimpses of his old form this season after a tough injury layoff, and he’ll be eager to add to his goal tally in what should be a straightforward tie for the Basque side.

Tolu Arokodare – Wolves vs Chelsea (EFL Cup, Wednesday 20:45)

New signing Tolu Arokodare will look to make his mark for struggling Wolves as they host Chelsea at Molineux.

The Molineux side are without a league win this season, but a cup upset could reignite belief. Arokodare’s physicality could cause problems for a Chelsea defence that’s been anything but stable this campaign – in a competition he has already scored in, too.

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Kelechi Iheanacho – Celtic vs Falkirk (Scottish Premiership, Wednesday 20:45)

All eyes will be on Kelechi Iheanacho as Celtic return to league action under temporary management following Brendan Rodgers’ departure.

The former Leicester striker has three goals this season and remains central to Celtic’s hopes of reviving their title charge. A home clash against Falkirk offers the perfect stage to deliver again.

Moses Simon – Paris FC vs Lyon (Ligue 1, Wednesday 21:05)

Moses Simon and newly promoted Paris FC face Lyon in a tricky Ligue 1 encounter.

Simon has been one of the few bright sparks in a mixed campaign for Paris, and he’ll look to continue his strong form against high-flying Lyon.

Fisayo Dele-Bashiru – Pisa vs Lazio (Serie A, Thursday 20:45)

Lazio midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is edging closer to full fitness after recovering from a hamstring injury that sidelined him for three weeks.

He may feature in Thursday’s clash at Pisa, offering a timely boost for Maurizio Sarri’s side as they look to climb the Serie A table.