As football action heats up across Europe this weekend, several Nigerian players will be preparing to step into the spotlight, looking to showcase their talent in some of the continent’s most prestigious leagues.
From the English Premier League to Serie A, Bundesliga and beyond, these Super Eagles stars could be the difference-makers for their respective sides, playing pivotal roles in driving their clubs closer to achieving their season objectives.
In this article, we take a look at the Nigerian footballers who are in action around Europe this weekend, highlighting their respective match-ups and what to expect:
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Victor Boniface (Bayer Leverkusen) vs Union Berlin – Saturday 12 April, 14:30
Boniface has not always been a starter for Leverkusen this season due to various injury problems and the strong form of Patrick Schick, but the forward has returned to action in recent weeks, including a start against Heidenheim last time out.
The Super Eagles star will likely start once again against Union Berlin, and with Leverkusen in the Bundesliga title race, the club will look to the forward to make the difference and bring them closer to Bayern Munich.
Frank Onyeka (Augsburg) vs Bochum – Saturday 12 April, 14:30
Onyeka has been a consistent presence for Augsburg this season, producing performances at a high level while missing only three Bundesliga games, and he will aim to continue this form when Augsburg face Bochum.
Augsburg could still qualify for a European place this term, as they trail the top six by only five points with six league games remaining, and Onyeka will have to provide a steady base from midfield when they take on relegation-battling Bochum if Augsburg are to take all three points.
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Ademola Lookman (Atalanta) vs Bologna – Sunday 13 April, 11:30
Lookman is having another superb season with Atalanta, boasting 13 goals and five assists in 25 Serie A appearances this term, and the forward will look to help his side get back on track after a series of underwhelming results in recent games.
Atalanta have lost all of their last three outings, meaning they are now just two points above fifth-placed Juventus, and with an eye on securing Champions League football, the Black and Blues will need Lookman to step up to carry them to a crucial victory against Bologna.
Cyriel Dessers (Rangers) vs Aberdeen – Sunday 13 April, 12:00
Dessers has netted an impressive 23 goals in 47 appearances across all competitions for Rangers this season, including five in his last seven matches, and the striker will aim to continue that form when Rangers face Aberdeen on Sunday.
Dessers scored a crucial 97th-minute goal against the Dons the last time these two sides came together, and with the striker almost certain to start, he could get on the scoresheet once again in this encounter.
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