Nigerian players across the top leagues are set to return to club action this weekend following the October international break, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.
Premier League
In the English Premier League, Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey are guaranteed starters for Fulham when they host Aston Villa on Saturday. The Nigerian duo will be looking to build on their recent form, having helped Fulham secure a 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest in their last outing.
Fulham have been solid at home this season, picking up seven of their 11 Premier League points at Craven Cottage. They will be aiming to climb into the top half of the table with a positive result against Villa.
Meanwhile, Wilfred Ndidi will hope to continue his impressive run for Leicester City as they travel to face Southampton. Ndidi has been in fine form this season, providing four assists to sit third on the EPL assists charts. His performances have been crucial in Leicester’s push to remain in the top flight.
La Liga
In Spain’s La Liga, Umar Sadiq will be aiming to get more playing time when Real Sociedad visit Girona. The striker has struggled for minutes this season but remains determined to prove his worth.
Kelechi Iheanacho and Chidera Ejuke could be involved as Sevilla take on Barcelona at the Estadi Olimpic on Sunday. The Nigerian pair will be hoping to help Sevilla secure their first win at Barcelona in 14 years, a challenging task given Barcelona’s strong form this season.
Serie A
In Italy, Samuel Chukwueze has returned to training with AC Milan ahead of their clash with Udinese. The winger had sustained an injury on international duty but is now available for selection, boosting Milan’s attacking options.
Ademola Lookman will lead the line for Atalanta as they visit Venezia. The forward has already notched three goals and three assists this season and will be crucial to Atalanta’s hopes of securing a European spot.
Bundesliga
In the Bundesliga, Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella could feature for Bayer Leverkusen against Eintracht Frankfurt. Boniface has hit the ground running with six goals, instrumental for Leverkusen as they hope to defend their German title.
Frank Onyeka is expected to be in action for Augsburg as they face Freiburg. The midfielder will be crucial in helping his side improve their away form, with Augsburg yet to pick up a point on the road this season.
Ligue 1
In France’s Ligue 1, Moses Simon and Nantes will host Nice on Sunday. The winger will be hoping to inspire his team to their first win in five matches, as Nantes look to climb away from the lower half of the table.
Saudi Pro League
In Saudi Arabia, Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong is set to feature for Al Kholood against Al Fateh. Both sides are struggling near the bottom of the Saudi Pro League table, making this a crucial match. Troost-Ekong’s experience and leadership will be vital as Al Kholood seek to improve their position in the league.
