Aribo, Martins, Moses… TheCable’s team of the week

Many Nigerian players were in action for their respective clubs across the world over the weekend.

The top performers made TheCable’s team of the week.

Matthew Yakubu – Sered

He made a string of excellent saves for Sered last weekend in the Slovakian top flight.

Kevin Akpoguma – Hoffenheim

A great performance from the Hoffenheim defender, Akpoguma knew how to position himself in many situations during the game against Werder Bremen.

Kenneth Omeruo – Leganes

He was nearly impossible to beat. Omeruo won the ball back many times for his team and easily controlled the Oviedo attackers.

William Troost-Ekong – Watford

William Troost-Ekong was simply excellent in Watford’s cracker with Nottingham Forest. He helped organise the back line — which earned him the “man of the match”.

Brian Idowu – Khimki

The full back once again displayed his grace, skills, and vision. Idowu scored his second goal of the season in the 2-0 win against FC Rostov.

Ovie Ejaria – Reading

Ejaria was decisive in Reading’s victory against Rotherham United. He assisted Yekou Meite for the first goal.

Joe Aribo – Rangers

Joe Aribo showed why he is the star man for Rangers with an impressive performance and goal against Livingston.

John Obi Mikel – Stoke City

A virtuoso display from the former Super Eagles skipper who was unstoppable.

Obafemi Martins – Wuhan Zall

The striker produced an outstanding performance for Wuhan Zall. Martins netted a last gasp equaliser against Henan Jianye.

Victor Moses – Spartak Moscow

The winger carried much of the attacking load for Spartak Moscow. He also found the back of the net.

Daryl Dike – Orlando City

Demonstrated his strength in Orlando City’s attack. Scored their only goal in the loss to Inter Miami.