Nigerian Team of the Week: September 1-3, 2023
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- Adeleye gets the spot in goal
- Osayi-Samuel shines in defence
- Dele-Bashiru runs the midfield
- Victor Boniface stars in attack
- Here's the Nigerian Team of the Week
GOALKEEPER - ADEBAYO ADELEYE - HAPOEL JERUSALEM
Adebayo Adeleye, the skilled goalkeeper for Hapoel Jerusalem, showcased his shot-stopping prowess this week. With three crucial saves in a high-pressure match,
LEFT BACK - OLA AINA - NOTTINGHAM FOREST
Ola Aina, playing at left wing-back for Nottingham Forest, had a standout performance this week. His exceptional defensive skills were on full display as he won four duels and made a crucial tackle, ensuring his team's [0-1] victory over Chelsea.
CENTER-BACK - CHIDOZIE AWAZIEM - BOAVISTA
Chidozie Awaziem, the center-back for Boavista, stood tall as the defensive pillar for his team. His remarkable performance included winning six duels and making an astonishing 13 clearances, thwarting opposition attacks with ease in their [1-2] victory over Estoril.
CENTER-BACK - CHIMA AKAS - OS BELENENSES
Chima Akas, playing at center-back for OS Belenenses, had a commendable week. He not only helped his team maintain a clean sheet but also contributed with an assist to the team's offensive efforts, showcasing his versatility and defensive prowess.
RIGHT BACK - BRIGHT OSAYI-SAMUEL - FENERBAHCE
Bright Osayi-Samuel displayed versatility by contributing both defensively and offensively. His stout defensive performance and a goal in the match were crucial in his team's [0-1] Turkish Superlig victory over MKE Ankaragucu.
CENTRAL MIDFIELDER - KELECHI NWAKALI - GD CHAVES
Kelechi Nwakali, currently representing GD Chaves, dominated the midfield this week. With ten duels won, three chances created, and three crucial tackles, Nwakali's all-around midfield excellence was instrumental in his team's performance.
CENTRAL MIDFIELDER - FISAYO DELE-BASHIRU - HATAYSPOR
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, the central midfielder for Hatayspor, was on target for his team this week. He not only found the back of the net but also won a crucial penalty, showcasing his attacking prowess in their [3-3] Turkish Superlig draw against Adana Demirspor.
ATTACKING MIDFIELDER - IBRAHIM OLAWOYIN - CAYKUR RIZESPOR
Ibrahim Olawoyin, the attacking midfielder for Caykur Rizespor, displayed his dribbling skills and midfield dominance. With two successful dribbles and eight duels won, he played a key role in his team's midfield control.
STRIKER - VICTOR BONIFACE - BAYER LEVERKUSEN -STAR OF THE WEEK
Victor Boniface earned the title of "Star of the Week" with a stunning performance for Bayer Leverkusen. His two goals and an assist were pivotal in his team's success, showcasing his clinical finishing and playmaking abilities.
STRIKER - YUSUF OTUBANJO - FC PYUNIK
Yusuf Otubanjo emerged as the hat-trick hero for FC Pyunik, showcasing his clinical finishing abilities with three goals in a remarkable performance.
STRIKER - FREDDIE LADAPO - IPSWICH
Freddie Ladapo was the goal-scoring sensation for Ipswich, netting twice in a stellar performance. His ability to find the back of the net with precision made him a valuable asset for his team, highlighting his goal-scoring instincts.
What do you think of the Team of the Week ? Who missed out ?
