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Chippa United Secures Draw with Akpeyi in Goal; Okwuosa’s Missed Penalty Highlighted
Nigerian goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi, in action for Chippa United, faced a resilient Maritzburg United FC in the South African ABSA Premiership league’s Double Diamond Derby at the Harry Gwala Stadium on Friday. Completesportsnigeria.com (CSN) reports that Akpeyi, in his 14th appearance of the season, conceded his seventh goal as the match concluded in a 1-1 draw. Evans Rusikie gave Maritzburg United FC a 63rd-minute lead, but Chippa’s Mxolisi Macuphu equalized nine minutes later.
Akpeyi, who has maintained seven clean sheets this season, showcased his goalkeeping prowess in a hard-fought contest. Meanwhile, his compatriot James Okwuosa faced a challenging moment, missing a penalty in the 25th minute during his 20th appearance for Chippa United. The fringe Super Eagles defender has contributed a goal and an assist in the current term.
Chippa United, currently positioned seventh in the league standings with 25 points from 19 games, looks ahead to hosting Platinum Stars on February 4, 2018.
In the Turkish Super Lig, Nigerian duo Kenneth Omeruo and Emem Eduok assumed starting roles for Kasimpasa in their encounter against Besiktas, resulting in a 2-1 defeat. Omeruo played the entire duration of the match, while Eduok was replaced in the 70th minute by Mbaye Diagne.
Despite the setback, the Nigerian players’ participation highlights their integral roles within the Turkish club, adding to the narrative of African talent making strides in international football.
