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Chidera Ejuke Ranks as Best Dribbler in Europe’s Top 5 Leagues
Nigerian winger Chidera Ejuke has emerged as a standout performer in Europe, ranking first among players for the most successful dribbles in Europe’s Top 5 leagues this season. The 26-year-old has successfully completed 23 dribbles, surpassing Barcelona’s promising talent Lamine Yamal by one.
Ejuke’s compatriot, Moses Simon, currently shines as the sixth-best dribbler, leading the French Ligue 1 with 20 successful dribbles in just 507 minutes. Following closely are Toulouse’s Yann Gboho and Le Havre’s Antoine Joujou, who have both recorded 15 dribbles, although Joujou achieved this in a shorter time of 298 minutes.
West Ham United’s Mohammed Kudus ranks third on the list with 22 dribbles, while Fulham’s Adama Traore also makes an appearance in the rankings. Notably, Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid occupies the fifth spot with 21 successful dribbles, and Vinicius Junior is seventh with 18 dribbles, trailing behind Simon.
This ranking marks the second occasion Ejuke has been recognized as a top dribbler globally, underscoring his consistent performance since joining Sevilla in the summer transfer window. Dribbling has always been a key element of his game; he was previously ranked as the third-best dribbler in the world by the CIES Football Observatory in November 2021.
Ejuke’s journey has taken him through various leagues, including significant spells in the Netherlands, Russia, and Belgium, before his recent move to Spain. He made an immediate impact at Sevilla, scoring the match-winning goal in a 2-1 victory over Real Valladolid last Tuesday, which he described as a vital win for the team.
He also contributed to Sevilla’s 1-1 draw against Athletic Bilbao last Sunday. With eight caps for the Super Eagles, Ejuke was part of Nigeria’s squad for the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon, where he made two appearances as the team was eliminated in the round of 16 by Tunisia. He made his debut for Nigeria in a friendly match against Tunisia on October 13, 2020.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially designated Morocco as the host for the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League finals. The tournament will take place from November 9 to November 23, as announced on CAF’s official website.
Morocco previously hosted the last edition of this prestigious competition. Among the eight teams competing this year is Nigeria’s champions, Edo Queens. The current title holders are Mamelodi Sundowns from South Africa.
The tournament offers significant financial incentives, with winners receiving $400,000 and runners-up taking home $250,000.
Argentina captain Lionel Messi has equaled Cristiano Ronaldo’s record of 10 international hat-tricks after scoring three times in a dominant 6-0 victory against Bolivia in a 2026 World Cup qualifier.
In addition to his goals, the 37-year-old forward also provided two assists, showcasing his playmaking abilities. With this win, Argentina solidifies its position in the South American qualifiers, currently leading the table three points ahead of second-placed Colombia and six points clear of their arch-rivals Brazil.
On the same evening, Ronaldo’s Portugal faced Scotland in the UEFA Nations League but was held to a frustrating 0-0 draw, leaving the superstar visibly upset post-match.
Fenerbahce manager, Jose Mourinho, is reportedly planning a January transfer move for Barcelona forward Ansu Fati. After spending last season on loan at Brighton in the Premier League, Fati, now 21, returned to Barcelona but has struggled for game time under new coach Hansi Flick.
Once considered a potential successor to Lionel Messi, Fati’s limited opportunities at Barça have fueled speculation about a possible departure. According to *AS*, Mourinho is keen to bring the Spain international to the Turkish league, offering him the chance for regular football at Fenerbahce.
Fenerbahce’s sporting director, Mario Branco, is expected to initiate discussions with Fati’s representatives soon, confident that the promise of consistent playing time will help secure the forward’s move.
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