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Umar Sadiq Scores Important Goal in First Full Match for Valencia

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1 year ago

January 15, 2025

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Valencia manager Carlos Corberán has expressed high hopes for Umar Sadiq following the striker’s impressive debut goal for the club.

Sadiq found the back of the net during his first full match as Valencia edged out a 2-0 victory over Ourense in the Copa del Rey on Tuesday night.

The Nigerian international secured the second goal for Los Ches in the 78th minute, sealing their progression in the competition.

Speaking after the game, Corberán heaped praise on the 26-year-old forward, emphasizing his instinct for scoring.

He described Sadiq’s goal as a result of a brilliant individual effort, adding that it would serve as a confidence booster for the player moving forward.

“He has shown his ability to stay close to the goal and create chances. That individual play leading to his goal was remarkable, and I believe it’s a step forward in building his confidence.

This will help him contribute even more to the team,” Corberán remarked.

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Diego Simeone Calls Out Ademola Lookman Over Defensive Duties

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24 hours ago

February 27, 2026

Ese Ohwofa

Head coach of Atletico Madrid, Diego Simeone, speaks on team defense and called out a player who needs to toughen up. He shared that Ademola Lookman needs to work on defense.

“Ademola Lookman arrived with great enthusiasm and desire to keep growing. We need him to add defensive work to what he already gives us offensively, because he has that ability,” he then added.

“He’s shown it with the Nigeria national team, and we need him in that role.”

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Paul Merson Names Mohamed Salah the Greatest Winger of All Time

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24 hours ago

February 27, 2026

Ese Ohwofa

Former football legend Paul Merson states that Mohammad Salah is the greatest winger of all time.

While also praising Bukayo Saka for being the winger in form right now.

When asked in a recent interview, he stated “For the best right now, it’s probably [Bukayo] Saka for his all-around game. I will go Salah, because the numbers he’s put up are ridiculous.”