21-year-old Nigerian midfielder to offer senior problem to Super Eagles stars Iheanacho and Ejuke

Chrisantus Uche is training ahead of the clash against Ejuke and Iheanacho in the LaLiga.

21-year-old Nigerian midfielder to offer senior problem to Super Eagles stars Iheanacho and Ejuke

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 12:37 - 13.09.2024

Super Eagles duo Kelechi Iheanacho and Chidera Ejuke host Chrisantus Uche this weekend when Sevilla and Getafe clash in the LaLiga.

On Saturday evening, Sevilla FC and their Nigerian stars Chidera Ejuke and Kelechi Iheanacho have a vital game against Getafe CF in the LaLiga.

The match comes at a critical time for the Andalusian giants, who find themselves struggling in the early stages of the season.

Current standings and pressure

Following the first four rounds, the Andalusian giants are second-bottom of the in the standings after two draws and two defeats.

That means the pressure is already on new coach García Pimienta, and the fans hope that this will be the game when Sevilla return to winning ways.

The Super Eagles trio of Alex Iwobi, Chidera Ejuke and Calvin Bassey.

Kelechi Iheanacho

The Nigerian striker, who joined Sevilla from Leicester City in the summer, has had a mixed start to his career in Spain:

  • Missed the last encounter before joining the Super Eagles for international duty
  • Featured in two matches since his transfer
  • Started only one game
  • Yet to complete a full 90 minutes for the club
Senior man Kelechi Iheanacho has left Leicester City but nothing has change for him on the pitch. (Photo Credit: Sevilla/X)

Played a bench role in Nigeria's recent AFCON 2025 qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda

Chidera Ejuke

Despite being overlooked for the recent Nigeria national team fixtures in the AFCON 2025 qualifiers, Ejuke has been making a positive impact at Sevilla:

Chidera Ejuke in full flight for Sevilla agains Real Mallorca.
  • Created nine chances in his last two matches for the club
  • Made nine key passes in the same period
  • Looking to continue his good form against Getafe

Looking Ahead

This match represents a crucial opportunity for Sevilla to turn their season around. For Iheanacho, it's a chance to establish himself more firmly in the team, while Ejuke will be aiming to maintain his impressive recent performances.

Chidera Ejuke during his presentation as a new Sevilla and LALIGA player. (Photo Credit: Sevilla/X)

However, standing in their way and glory at home is Getafe and another Nigerian star in fine form, Chrisantus Uche, the 21-year-old midfielder.

Uche has become a fan favourite at Getafe after impressing early on at his new club in what is his first-ever season in the top flight.

Man of the moment, Chrisantus Uche against Athletic Club.

Uche has started all three matches this season and scored on his LaLiga debut for the Blues. He will be looking to build on that brilliant start against his more illustrious compatriots.

The spotlight will be on these Nigerian stars this weekend as Sevilla seek to climb out of the relegation zone and live up to the expectations of their passionate fans.

A positive result, with Ejuke and Iheanacho, could be the catalyst needed to kickstart their season and relieve some of the pressure on coach García Pimienta.