Super Eagles Star Umar Sadiq Finally Breaks Silence After Season Ending Injury

Super Eagles forward Umar Sadiq has finally broken his silence on season ending injury he suffered while playing for Real Sociedad with the Nigerian claiming that he will be back.

Umar Sadiq's move to Real Sociedad was like a dream one for the Nigerian after joining on the transfer deadline day and the fans of the side were expecting him to shine.

But ten days and three games into his time at the St Sebastian club, Sadiq suffered terrible damage to the cruciate ligament in his right knee.

The injury that Umar Sadiq suffered caused heartbreak for Real Sociedad fans and even Nigerians considering the fact that the season has not gone far.

According to the report on Soccernet, Umar Sadiq thanked all the people who have been supporting him before and after he got injured.

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Umar Sadiq's reaction to his injury

“Every day is a blessing and an opportunity, and I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you for the love and care you have shown me, for me it is just time to rest a bit and come back stronger. The best is yet to come.”

Super Eagles star scores 1st League goal of the season for European giants

Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu on Saturday night, 1 October, scored his first League goal of the season for Genk in their 2-1 away win over Oostende in what was a challenging battle.

After featuring in seven games without scoring, the Nigerian striker can now be happy with himself netting his first goal which will also serve as a tonic.

Saturday’s win for Paul Onuachu and his teammates means Genk stretch their unbeaten streak to nine games with eight wins and one draw.

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They currently occupy second place on 25 points just two points behind leaders Royal Antwerp.

As things stand, Paul Onuachu will hope to get invitation for the next Super Eagles friendly encounter against Portugal.

Portugal will use the game against the Super Eagles as their final preparatory game for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.