Last weekend was packed with solid performances and brilliance as the Nigerian football trio of Cyriel Dessers, Moses Simon, and Frank Onyeka made huge impacts for their respective clubs.
Dessers’ assist powered Rangers to victory in the Scottish Premiership, Simon provided a crucial pass for Nantes in Ligue 1, and Onyeka marked his Bundesliga debut for Augsburg with an assist that sealed their first win of the season, Footballrover reports.
While goals may grab headlines, assists are often the unsung heroes of any victory, and Cyriel Dessers, Moses Simon, and Frank Onyeka were key in proving that point for their respective clubs.
Here’s a deeper look at how these Nigerian stars are influencing top European leagues.
Cyriel Dessers: The Architect for Rangers
In Scotland, Cyriel Dessers showed just why Rangers can always count on him for big moments.
⚡️ @TomLawrence99 at Tannadice.pic.twitter.com/K6NsQLDzyL
— Rangers Football Club (@RangersFC) September 15, 2024
Taking on Dundee United in a closely fought Scottish Premiership match, it was Dessers who broke the deadlock.
His sharp assist in the seventh minute found Tom Lawrence in perfect stride, allowing the midfielder to net the game’s only goal.
For Dessers, this wasn’t a one-off. His contribution marked his fifth goal involvement in just four matches—a clear signal that he’s becoming a crucial figure for the Gers this season.
FULL-TIME: Dundee Utd 0-1 Rangers
👏 Three Points at Tannadice. pic.twitter.com/454taSB54y
— Rangers Football Club (@RangersFC) September 15, 2024
Though he was substituted in the 65th minute, his impact had already been felt, laying the groundwork for Rangers to secure the win.
Moses Simon: The Wing Wizard at Nantes
Meanwhile, over in France, Moses Simon continued to deliver his magic as well for Nantes.
Hosting Reims in a Ligue 1 clash, Simon produced a moment of brilliance in the 28th minute, providing a pinpoint assist for Douglas Augusto to put Nantes ahead.
It was Simon’s first assist of the season, but it sure did show his playmaking ability that fans have come to expect from the Super Eagles winger.
However, despite Simon’s efforts, Reims fought back to equalise through Marshall Munetsi before delivering a late blow with a stoppage-time winner from Keito Nakamura.
Fin du match.
Nos Jaune et Vert s'inclinent face à Reims.
Rendez-vous dimanche prochain à Angers !
𝟭-𝟮 #fcnsdr pic.twitter.com/s4MHizTg7H
— FC Nantes (@FCNantes) September 15, 2024
While Nantes suffered their first defeat of the season, Simon’s vision and creativity will be a key asset as they look to bounce back in their next fixture.
Frank Onyeka: A Dream Debut in the Bundesliga
In Germany, Frank Onyeka had a debut to remember.
Lining up for Augsburg after his deadline-day loan move from Brentford, Onyeka wasted no time making his presence felt.
Facing St. Pauli, the 26-year-old Nigerian midfielder played an important role in his team’s 3-1 win, providing the assist for Augsburg’s second goal.
Onyeka’s perfectly weighted pass set up Philip Tietz in the 66th minute, putting the match out of St. Pauli’s reach.
90‘ Schlusspfiff! Nach einer unterhaltsamen Partie holen wir gegen St. Pauli den verdienten Sieg und die 3️⃣ Punkte! ❤️💚🤍
👉 #ManOfTheMatch wählen und mit etwas Glück Trikot gewinnen: https://t.co/KQKCF1luME#FCAFCSP pic.twitter.com/P62ljmMPOa
— FC Augsburg (@FCAugsburg) September 15, 2024
Playing 83 minutes before being substituted, Onyeka’s influence surely helped Augsburg to salvage their first victory of the season in front of home fans.
A Weekend of Nigerian Excellence
It was a weekend where Nigerian players weren’t just part of the action; they were dictating the flow.
Cyriel Dessers, Moses Simon, and Frank Onyeka stepped up for their clubs when it mattered most, showing that while goals might steal the show, assists are the lifeblood of any successful team.
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