Here is a summary of the performances of African footballers on the second day of the Europa League:
Marseille Legion:
- Jordan Ayew (Ghana) assisted in a 3-1 victory against AEL Limassol.
- Charles Kaboré (Burkina Faso) and Nicolas Nkoulou (Cameroon) played the full match.
Newcastle vs. Bordeaux:
- Shola Ameobi (Englishman of Nigerian origin) scored in a 3-0 victory for Newcastle.
- Papiss Cissé (Senegal) scored Newcastle’s third goal.
Anzhi Makhachkala:
- Samuel Eto’o (Cameroon) scored a double in a 2-0 victory against Young Boys Bern.
Lyon:
- Gueida Fofana (France-Mali) scored a late goal in Lyon’s 2-1 victory.
Bakary Koné:
- Bakary Koné (Burkina Faso) had a challenging day, making some errors in Lyon’s 4-3 victory against Hapoel Kiryat Shmon.
These performances showcase the varied fortunes of African players in the Europa League, with notable contributions and challenges faced by some players.
