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Four young players eligible for Nigeria found the net in Friday’s Premier League 2 action, All Nigeria Soccer reports. Olabade Aluko captained Leicester City in their tough 6-3 loss to Tottenham Hotspur, getting his side’s first goal by weaving past two defenders before slotting home from a tight angle in the 21st minute.
Chibuzo Nwoko opened his scoring account of the season for Fulham by curling a superb strike into the bottom corner seven minutes before the end, their 2-0 win over West Brom.
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Meanwhile, Elisha Sowunmi scored for West Ham U21s in their 3-0 victory over Birmingham City. The forward latched onto a pass from Tyron Akpata, who created the opening by allowing the ball to run through to Sowunmi’s better angle.
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Romeo Akachukwu continued his fine form for Southampton, scoring his third goal in four matches. His effort came just before half-time, side-footing home from the edge of the box to put the Saints ahead in a 2-1 win over Burnley.
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We are encouraged to see such promising performances from young Nigerians in Premier League 2. These matches are more than just fixtures they’re vital proving grounds. When players like Aluko, Nwoko, Sowunmi, and Akachukwu score consistently, they aren’t merely adding statistics they are staking claims. It shows readiness to transition from youth promise to professional expectation.
Aluko’s composure, even in a heavy defeat, suggests leadership quality. Captaining the side and still making incisive contributions under pressure sends a message: potential is becoming presence. Nwoko’s late finish for Fulham underscores another trait too often overlooked in youngsters patience and timing. Sowunmi and Akachukwu, similarly, exhibit hunger and sharpness that could accelerate their development.
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These performances reflect more than individual talent