Jubilation as FIFA approves application of Premier League star to switch nationality from England to Nigeria
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Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi was among the scorers for Premier League side Leicester City as they recorded perfect 4-1 win over Randers in the Europa Conference League.
Interestingly, it was Ademola Lookman who provided the assist for Wilfred Ndidi to score his goal for Leicester City on Thursday night, 17 February.
Wilfred Ndidi has been impressive for Leicester City since the Nigerian joined the Premier League side and the Foxes' chiefs have many times made it clear that he is an important player for them.
Leicester City started the match against Rangers impressively looking for early goal to make their fans happy, but they had to wait until the 23rd minute before getting it.
Jubilation as FIFA approves application of Premier League star to switch nationality from England to Nigeria
FootballAdemola Lookman provided the assist for Wilfred Ndidi and the Super Eagles defensive midfielder was in cloud nine after getting the opener.
Vito restored parity for Rangers in the 45th minute, but Leicester City responded with three more goals from Harvey Barnes, Patson Daka and Kieman.
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.
World football governing body recently gave an approval 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.
Ghana FA in talks with English-born forward over nationality switch
FootballWhile 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.
Super Eagles of Nigeria tried their best at the 2021 African Cup of Nations winning their first three matches before suffering a defeat against Tunisia in the round of 16.