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Cyriel Dessers and Leon Balogun were instrumental in Rangers’ 0-0 draw against Athletic Bilbao in the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final at Ibrox. The Nigerian internationals both started for Rangers, with Dessers playing until the 85th minute, while Balogun saw out the full match, delivering solid performances at both ends of the pitch. […]
Leon Balogun has lauded Rangers goalkeeper Jack Butland following the team’s dramatic penalty shootout victory over Fenerbahce. After surrendering a lead due to a brace from Sebastian Szymański, Rangers held their nerve to secure a 4-2 triumph on penalties, with Butland making two decisive saves. Reflecting on the result, Balogun expressed his admiration for the […]
Rangers defender Leon Balogun has voiced his frustration following his team’s disappointing 2-1 loss to Motherwell in the Scottish Premiership. Speaking to the club’s official website, the Nigerian international lamented Rangers’ sluggish start and inconsistent performances, which he believes are costing them crucial points. Disjointed start proves costly Rangers, who had delivered an impressive performance […]
Nigerian international, Leon Balogun has called for focus ahead of the Super Eagles’ upcoming games in the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Next month, the Super Eagles will take on Rwanda and Zimbabwe in two important games in the qualifiers. After four matches in the qualifying campaign, Nigeria sits fifth in Group C. […]
Experienced Nigerian defender, Leon Balogun has confessed that he misses playing for the Super Eagles. The centre-back last played for the Super Eagles in 2022 during a 10-0 win against Sao Tome and Principe. According to Balogun, he learned a lot when he was a regular or the Super Eagles. “It’s not just about things […]
