Naija Stars Abroad Shine: Onuachu’s Brace, Iheanacho’s Clutch Goal & Ajayi’s EPL Return
It was a trophy-filled weekend for Nigeria’s football stars overseas. Paul Onuachu starred in the Turkish Cup final, scoring a brilliant brace to lead Trabzonspor to victory and earn man-of-the-match honours. Kelechi Iheanacho came off the bench in the Scottish Cup final to net the decisive goal and seal a domestic double for Celtic. Semi Ajayi powered Hull City back into the English Premier League with a rock-solid performance in the Championship playoff final. Meanwhile, Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey narrowly missed out on European football with Fulham, and Taiwo Awoniyi helped Bournemouth secure survival. Across Europe and the US, Nicole Payne scored her first NWSL goal for Orlando Pride, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru ended his Serie A season with a stunning equaliser for Lazio, and Ademola Lookman endured a tough day at Atletico Madrid. Next up: national team duty as Nigeria prepares for summer friendlies.
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