Paul Onuachu turned out to be the most outstanding amongst Naija Stars Abroad after another match-winning performance for his club.
Former Premier League forward Paul Onuachu has been named Baller of the Week following his exceptional performance for Trabzonspor in their 3-1 comeback victory over Konyaspor in the Turkish Super Lig.
His two goals, a penalty in the first half and a clinical finish from open play early in the second, lifted Trabzonspor to within a point of the league leaders, Galatasaray, intensifying the title race.
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Onuachu's brace took his season tally to 11 goals in 14 league appearances, putting him atop the Super Lig scoring charts and ahead of fellow Nigerian Victor Osimhen, who has struggled with injuries this season.
The towering striker has delivered three consecutive scoring matches, showing remarkable consistency and lethal finishing ability.
His commanding display was decisive in not only securing Trabzonspor’s ninth win of the campaign but also in sending a strong statement to Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
After missing previous matches for the national team, Onuachu’s form makes a compelling case for recall and a key role in Nigeria’s strike force for the continental tournament poised to take place in Morocco this December.
Beyond the goals, Onuachu’s presence in attack and ability to perform in high-stakes moments underline his growing importance to both club and country.
While Ademola Lookman and Samuel Chukwueze, who won the award the previous weekend, were in superb form for Fulham Atalanta and Fulham respectively, Onuachu’s impressive display, especially his second goal, and rise continue to captivate fans and Super Eagles followers, making him the standout Naija star abroad this week.
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