Super Eagles watch: Osimhen wins, Lookman struggles, Okoye error costs Udinese

Several Super Eagles players were in action for their clubs across Europe on Saturday, with mixed results recorded in different leagues, Afrik-Foot reports.

In the Turkish Super Lig, Victor Osimhen was the hero in Istanbul as his first-half strike powered Galatasaray to a 1-0 derby win at Besiktas.

Osimhen connected with a fine Leroy Sane cross to head home his 11th league goal of the campaign which sent Galatasaray seven points clear at the top of the table.

In Spain, Ademola Lookman played close to an hour as Atletico Madrid claimed an exciting 3-2 La Liga victory over Real Sociedad.

Despite being involved in the lively contest, the Nigerian forward could not register a goal or assist. It is now four games in a row without a direct contribution, suggesting his bright start to life in Spain has slowed slightly.

In Italy, Rafiu Durosinmi featured for Pisa in their heavy 4-0 defeat away to Juventus in Serie A. It was the Nigerian striker’s eighth appearance for the club this season.

His compatriot Ebenezer Akinsanmiro did not take part in the match after being left on the bench by Pisa manager Oscar Hiljemark.

Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye had a night of mixed emotions as his team surrendered a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 away at Atalanta.

Okoye produced two impressive saves during the game, but he was partly responsible for Gianluca Scamacca’s 79th-minute equaliser.

Super Eagles stars: Mixed fortunes across Germany, France and England

In the German Bundesliga, Jordan Torunarigha delivered a solid defensive display for Hamburger SV in their 2-1 away victory against Wolfsburg. Philip Otele also played in the match as Hamburg secured an important three points.

Hoffenheim moved up to third place in the table after a comfortable 4-1 win over bottom club Heidenheim. However, Nigerian defender Kevin Akpoguma did not feature and remained on the bench for the entire match.

In France, Chidozie Awaziem and Nantes remain stuck in the relegation zone after suffering a disappointing 1-0 home defeat to Angers in Ligue 1.

There was also action in the FA Cup in England.

Deji Oshilaja and Victor Adeboyejo both featured for Mansfield Town, but their side lost 2-1 at home to Arsenal.

Noni Madueke and Ebere Eze, two England internationals with Nigerian heritage, scored the goals that sent Arsenal through to the quarter-finals.

Goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo, who is eligible to represent Nigeria, was in goal for Wrexham as they lost 4-2 after extra time to Chelsea despite playing with ten men. Tosin Adarabioyo lined up in defence for Chelsea.

In the Championship, Ryan Alebiosu helped Blackburn Rovers earn a 1-1 draw at home to Portsmouth.

Semi Ajayi, now fully recovered from the injury he suffered during the Africa Cup of Nations with Nigeria, played the entire match in Hull City’s 3-1 home defeat to Millwall.

Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka came off the bench in the 77th minute to help Coventry City secure a strong 2-0 victory away at Bristol City. The result moved Coventry eight points clear at the top of the Championship table, although second-placed Middlesbrough still have a game in hand.