Talented Nigeria U23 Striker Finally Makes Competitive Debut For Bologna

The young Nigerian striker Sadiq Umar, 19, finally made his competitive debut for Bologna in the Serie A on Sunday afternoon after recovering from an ankle injury.

The Nigeria U23 international was introduced in the second half of Bologna’s 1-1 draw with Lazio, replacing Sergio Floccari in the 54th minute.

Before stepping out onto the Stadio Olimpico turf, the last time he was considered for a match day squad was on August 28 when he was an unused substitute in Roma’s 2-2 draw with Cagliari.

Sadiq Umar saw his stock rise this summer after notching four goals for the Nigerian U23 national team at the 2016 Olympic Games, and was courted by a number of teams in Italy and abroad before choosing Bologna.

The Football College Abuja product will remain on loan at The Red and Blues until the end of this season.

Ifeanyi Emmanuel


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