Super Eagles latest news today: Osimhen breaks record, Nigerian to lead Arsenal in EFL Cup & more

The Super Eagles continue to make waves across Europe and beyond, and this week has been nothing short of historic. Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen gave Galatasaray fans something to cheer on Monday night with his performance in the derby against Fenerbahce

There is also a Nigerian who might lead Arsenal’s attack against Fleetwood Town in the EFL Cup later today. Let’s dive right into the latest updates here on Afrik-Foot.

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Victor Osimhen Breaks New Record

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen scored a brace for Galatasaray as they defeated Fenerbahce 2-1 in the Istanbul derby on Monday night.

The striker has been talismanic for the Cimbom, and Monday was just another proof of his quality. His first was a wicked half-volley from inside the box, while the second was a header which guided an off target shot into the net.

In the end, it was his quality that was the difference maker after 90 minutes. Osimhen’s two strikes against Fenerbahce takes him to three against them.

He becomes foreigner with the joint highest number of goals (3) against Fenerbahce while playing for Galatasaray. The other foreigners are Dutch legend Wesley Sneijder and Mirza Sejdic.

A Nigerian To Lead Arsenal In The EFL Cup?

A Nigerian player could lead the line for Arsenal when they take on Fleetwood Town in the fourth round of the English EFL Cup on Tuesday.

This comes as coach Mikel Arteta called up academy striker Andre Harriman-Annous to train with the team ahead of their trip to Fleetwood.

Coach Arteta is expected to rest some of his key players for the fixture due to the tight schedule and injury issues. And that could see striker Viktor Gyokeres benched.

As such, there is the general belief that Harriman-Annous could be the top nine.

Will Tochukwu Nnadi Leave Marseille?

Super Eagles midfielder Tochukwu Nnadi is currrently on the wage bill of French Ligu 1 club Marseille, but there is the possibility that he will leave the club in January or next summer.

He initially signed a five-year contract, but the club might try to push him out because they need to raise money so they can stay in line with the financial requirements of Ligue 1.

He has been seeing more minutes at the club recently due to their injury problems, and he has impressed in the ones he has featured in. It remains to be seen the club’s plans for the Super Eagles star.