Here’s a summary of the performances of African internationals in the major European leagues:
Italy Serie A – Matchday 28:
- Lazio Rome won 2-0 against Cagliari, with a goal from Keita Balde Dao, a young Spaniard of Senegalese origin.
- Despite their 2-1 victory over Bologna, Livorno had two players sent off: Senegalese Ibrahima Mbaye and Swiss-Nigerian Innocent Emeghara.
Germany Bundesliga – Matchday 25:
- Eintracht Brunswik, the bottom team, held Wolfsburg to a draw, with Karim Bellarabi scoring for them.
- Eric Choupo-Moting continued his goal-scoring streak, netting for Mainz in their 4-2 comeback win against an opponent they were trailing 2-0.
- Karim Guédé scored twice for Friborg in their 4-1 victory over Frankfurt.
France Ligue 1 – Matchday 29:
- Abdul Majeed Waris scored the only goal in Valenciennes’ 1-0 win against Evian TG, securing crucial points for their survival.
- Stoppila Sunzu’s goal helped Sochaux to a 2-0 win over Lorient.
- Serge Aurier scored for Toulouse in their 3-2 away victory against Rennes.
- Mustapha Yatabaré scored for Guingamp in their 2-1 win over Ajaccio.
England Premier League – Matchday 30:
- Peter Odemwingie scored a double for Stoke City in their 3-1 win against West Ham.
- West Bromwich Albion won 2-1 against Swansea, with goals from Stéphane Sessegnon and Youssouf Mulumbu.
Spain La Liga – Matchday 28:
- Youssef El Arabi scored a brace for Granada in their 3-3 draw against Getafe.
Lithuania:
- Serge Nyuiadzi scored twice for Zalgiris Vilnius in their 8-1 victory over Suduva.
Turkey:
- Emmanuel Emenike scored for Fenerbahce in their win over Erciyesspor.
These performances showcase the impact of African players across various leagues in Europe.
