Here is a summary of the notable performances of African footballers in various European football leagues:
France:
- Sochaux caused a surprise by defeating Paris Saint-Germain 3-2, with a standout performance from Algerian Ryad Boudebouz.
- Lyon solidified their position as the runner-up by beating Bordeaux 4-0, with Gueida Fofana scoring a goal.
- Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored his 12th goal of the season in the Reims vs. Saint Etienne match, which ended in a 1-1 draw.
- Marseille secured a close victory against Valenciennes, with Rod Fanni scoring in the 93rd minute.
England:
- Manchester City defeated Leeds 4-0, with Ivorian Yaya Touré opening the scoring.
- Wigan, led by Ivorian striker Arouna Koné, won 4-1 against Huddersfield.
- Chelsea beat Brentford 4-0, with Africans Demba Ba and Victor Moses not scoring.
Spain:
- Michael Essien featured in Real Madrid’s 2-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano.
Germany:
- Ivorian Didier Ya Konan scored for Hanover in the 68th minute, but his team was held to a draw by Nuremberg.
Belgium:
- Anderlecht, with Congolese Golden Shoe Dieumerci Mbokani, won 2-0 against Charleroi.
These performances showcase the impact of African players across various European leagues, contributing to their teams’ successes and providing entertaining football for fans.
