Super Eagles Striker Sadiq Umar Competes With Mbappe For La Liga Award

Sadiq Umar, Nigerian international and Valencia striker, has been shortlisted for the prestigious La Liga Player of the Month award, competing against Kylian Mbappé Real Madrid, Marcos Alonso, Pedro Díaz, and Isco.



In the month under review, Sadiq showcased exceptional form, scoring all four of his goals for Valencia. He was the match winner in a 2-1 victory over Real Valladolid, followed by a brilliant brace in a thrilling 3-3 draw against Osasuna, and capped his run with a crucial equaliser in a 1-1 draw at Villarreal, helping Valencia climb out of the relegation zone.



This nomination highlights his significant contribution in turning around Valencia’s fortunes during a critical stage of the season.

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Editorial

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Sadiq Umar’s nomination for La of the Month is not just a personal triumph but a proud moment for Nigerian football. Competing against global superstars like Kylian Mbappé underlines the level of performance Sadiq has reached in Spain’s top flight.

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His goals have come at crucial moments for Valencia, a club battling relegation pressures. The ability to deliver under such circumstances demonstrates resilience, leadership, and confidence all qualities that Nigeria’s Super Eagles will value in upcoming international competitions.



As Nigerian football fans, we should celebrate this recognition and hope that Sadiq continues this rich vein of form. His journey reinforces the message that hard work and consistency can push Nigerian players into the spotlight alongside football’s biggest names.



Did You Know?

Sadiq Umar won a bronze medal with Nigeria at the 2016 Rio Olympics, scoring key goals in the tournament.
Valencia is one of La Liga’s most historic clubs, with six league titles and seven Copa del Rey trophies.
Kylian Mbappé recently completed a high-profile move to Real Madrid, making the competition for Player of the Month even stiffer.
Sadiq suffered a serious knee injury last season at Real Sociedad, making his comeback and current form even more remarkable.
If he wins, Sadiq will become the first Nigerian to claim the La Liga Player of the Month award.


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