Next Jay Jay Okocha caged at home in Belgium

Chidera Ejuke Fails to Shine as Royal Antwerp Suffer Humiliating Defeat Against Union Saint-Gilloise. (Photo Credit: Imago)

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Izuchukwu Akawor 21:49 - 25.04.2024

Nigeria's Chidera Ejuke and his Royal Antwerp team suffered humiliation at home against Union Saint-Gilloise in the Belgian Jupiler.

Nigeria's Chidera Ejuke and his Royal Antwerp team were handed a humiliating 3-0 defeat at home by Union Saint-Gilloise in the Belgian Jupiler League.

Ejuke dubbed the "next Jay Jay Okocha" due to his impressive dribbling skills, could not significantly impact the match, as he was effectively caged and prevented from adding to his tally for Antwerp.

Next Jay Jay Okocha fails to shine

The 26-year-old played the full 90 minutes, but despite being the most fouled player on the pitch, he failed to create a single chance or attempt a shot on the Union Saint-Gilloise goal.

Ejuke's performance was marked by 63 touches, 28 completed passes, and three successful dribbles, but it was not enough to prevent his team from suffering a comprehensive defeat.

A dejected Chidera Ejuke after the terrible defeat at home.
A dejected Chidera Ejuke after the terrible defeat at home. (Photo Credit: Imago)

The loss is a significant blow to Royal Antwerp's title aspirations, as they now face the prospect of losing their league crown and missing out on European competition next season.

The match highlighted Ejuke and his team's challenges this season, as they struggle to maintain their form and consistency in the highly competitive Belgian top flight.

Ejuke failed to create a single chance for his teammates in the game.
Ejuke failed to create a single chance for his teammates in the game. (Photo Credit: Imago)

Nigeria’s Ejuke and his teammates will look to bounce back from this setback and regain their form in the coming weeks as they look to salvage their season and secure a place in European competition.

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