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Ola Aina Dominates English Championship with Impressive Defensive Stats
Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has emerged as the standout player in the English Championship, boasting the highest number of possessions won in his defensive area for the current season. This remarkable achievement was officially acknowledged by football statistics and analysis website whoscored.com via their verified Twitter account.
Whoscored.com tweeted, “Ola Aina: Has won possession in the defensive third more times (34) than any other player in the Championship this season,” confirming the young defender’s exceptional contributions to his team.
Aina, who joined Hull City on loan from Chelsea during the summer transfer window, has been a consistent presence on the field for the club. The 20-year-old has featured in all five league matches for Hull City this season, making a significant impact on their performance. The club currently holds the eighth position in the 24-team Championship table, amassing seven points.
While Aina played a crucial role for Hull City, he was also part of the Super Eagles squad that secured four points against Cameroon during matchday three and four of the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, although he did not feature in the matches. Notably, Aina was granted FIFA clearance to switch his international allegiance from England to Nigeria after the first leg of the qualifiers in Uyo.
Ola Aina’s exceptional defensive contributions in the English Championship underscore his growing prominence as a top-tier footballer. His strong performances at both the club and international levels have earned him a well-deserved place in the spotlight.
