Super Eagles Star Scores Wonder Goal for European Giants in Win Over Tough Opponents in League Battle

• Moses Simon on Sunday, 13 February, scored the only goal as Nantes defeated Reims 1-0 in a French Ligue 1 tie
• The Nigerian star has now scored three goals this season for Nantes and has been linked with a move to Newcastle United
• Simon was impressive for the Super Eagles at the 2021 African Cup of Nations as Nigeria crashed out in the round of 16

Moses Simon was on Sunday, 13 February, the hero as the Super Eagles winger scored the winning goal for his club Nantes as they recorded a 1-0 win over visiting Reims in a French Ligue 1 game.

The Nigerian winger has been in good form this season for his club Nantes and also for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, considering his performances at the just concluded African Cup of Nations.

After losing their game against Strasbourg, Moses Simon and his teammates knew that a win would be suitable for them against Reims and they did themselves lots of good to get it.

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According to the report on GOAL and Pulse, Reims were down to 10 men in the 14th minute when Morocco defender Younis Abdelhamid was shown a straight red card.

And when did Nantes score their goal?

Three minutes after Younis Abdelhamid was red-carded, Nigerian forward Moses Simon scored an excellent free-kick for Nantes in what later turned to be the match winner.

How many goals has Moses Simon scored this season for Nantes?

Moses Simon has now scored three goals after 20 appearances in the French top-flight this season and he also has six assists to his name.

What is Nantes position on the French Ligue 1?

After 24 games played this season in French Ligue 1, Nantes are currently occupying the ninth position on the table with 35 points.

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Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how Ademola Lookman who plays for Premier League side Leicester City stated emphatically that he is eager to play for the Super Eagles after switching his allegiance from England to Nigeria.

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World football governing body recently approved for Ademola Lookman to play for Nigeria after featuring for England in Under 19, 20 and 21 levels.

The 24-year-old is now available for selection if the Super Eagles coach should pick him for the coming final World Cup playoffs against Ghana next month.

While speaking on the latest development about his career, Ademola Lookman posted photo of himself in Super Eagles jersey, claiming that he can't wait to play for Nigeria.