SPAIN: Sadiq Shines for Valencia, Lookman Benched Again
Sadiq Scores First LaLiga Goal Since April
Nigeria striker Umar Sadiq ended his 10-month LaLiga goal drought with a crucial strike for Valencia CF in their 2–0 away victory over Levante UD at the Estadi Ciutat de València.
After Largie Ramazani’s opener, Sadiq doubled Valencia’s lead in the 84th minute, showing strength to outmuscle Matías Moreno before calmly finishing.
It was his first LaLiga goal since April 19, 2025 — and his second in three matches since returning in January.
Valencia Climb Out of Relegation Zone
The victory lifted Valencia out of LaLiga’s bottom three, leaving Levante seven points adrift of safety — a massive boost in their relegation survival battle.
Lookman Still Awaiting First LaLiga Goal
Meanwhile, Ademola Lookman endured another frustrating outing for Atlético Madrid, coming off the bench in their second consecutive league defeat.
Introduced in the 63rd minute with Atletico already trailing 2–0, Lookman could not turn the tide as they conceded a third late goal.
Despite scoring twice and providing two assists in Copa del Rey matches since arriving from Atalanta BC, the Nigerian winger is still searching for his first LaLiga goal.
Kareem Tunde Continues LaLiga Development
Barcelona-born defender Kareem Tunde made his seventh LaLiga appearance for Levante in the defeat.
A former La Masia product at FC Barcelona, Tunde renewed his Levante contract until 2026, with an option for three more years, after establishing himself in the B team.
ENGLAND: Iwobi Hits 100 for Fulham in FA Cup Win
Iwobi Reaches Century Milestone
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi reached 100 appearances for Fulham FC in their 2–1 FA Cup win over Stoke City at the Bet365 Stadium.
Iwobi becomes the 183rd player to hit the century mark for Fulham. Since his €25.7m move from Everton FC in 2023, he has registered 16 goals and 10 assists.
Compatriot Calvin Bassey was an unused substitute, while Samuel Chukwueze was not listed.
Osayi-Samuel Falls Short in FA Cup Shootout
Bright Osayi-Samuel featured for Birmingham City FC as they exited the FA Cup on penalties against Leeds United.
Birmingham pushed their Premier League opponents all the way before falling 4–2 in the shootout.
Arokodare Plays Full Match in Wolves Win
Forward Tolu Arokodare completed 90 minutes as Wolverhampton Wanderers FC secured a 1–0 FA Cup win at Grimsby Town.
Though he had three shots inside the box, none hit the target. He now has three goals in all competitions this season.
ITALY: Okoye Concedes Again, Orban Sent Off
Okoye’s Clean Sheet Struggles Continue
Goalkeeper Maduka Okoye conceded twice as Udinese Calcio lost 2–1 at home to US Sassuolo.
He has now kept four clean sheets in 17 Serie A matches this season.
Gift Orban Sees Red in Verona Defeat
Gift Orban lasted just 11 minutes for Hellas Verona FC before receiving a straight red card for dissent against referee Luca Pairetto.
Verona eventually fell to Parma Calcio 1913 in dramatic fashion.
BELGIUM: Onyedika Impresses in Brugge Derby
Midfielder Raphael Onyedika completed 90 minutes as Club Brugge KV secured a 2–1 away win over Cercle Brugge KSV.
