African footballers had a significant impact on major European leagues over the weekend. Here’s a summary of their performances:
France:
- Wissan Ben Yedder (Toulouse) scored in a 1-1 draw against Marseille.
- Wahbi Khazri (Bastia) scored against Guingamp in a 1-1 draw.
- Mustapha Yatabaré (Guingamp) scored in the 88th minute against Bastia.
- Junior Tallo (Ajaccio) scored in a 2-3 defeat to Evian TG.
- Brice Dja Djédjé (Evian TG) scored against Ajaccio.
Italy:
- No African scorers reported.
Spain:
- Mounir El Hamdaoui (Malaga) scored a hat-trick in a 5-0 victory against Rayo Vallecano.
- Junior Tallo (Ajaccio) scored against Evian TG in a 2-3 defeat.
Germany:
- Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Borussia Dortmund) scored a double in a 6-2 victory against Hamburg.
- Kevin-Prince Boateng (Schalke 04) scored in a 1-0 win over Mainz.
- Omar El Abdellaoui (Brunswick) scored in a 1-1 draw against Nuremberg.
England:
- Samuel Eto’o (Chelsea) made his debut in a 0-1 loss to Everton.
- Adlène Guedioura (Crystal Palace) made his debut in a 0-2 loss to Manchester United.
The African players showcased their talent and contributed to their respective teams, with notable performances from the likes of Mounir El Hamdaoui, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, and Kevin-Prince Boateng.