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Calvin Bassey has emphasised the multifaceted contributions of one of his Super Eagles teammates ahead of the clash against South Africa.
Nigeria defender Calvin Bassey has praised teammate Ademola Lookman for his well-rounded game ahead of their AFCON semifinal against South Africa.
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3 reasons why Ademola Lookman is Nigeria's star boy and an asset to Super Eagles
Ademola Lookman has turned out to be a standout performer for Nigeria's Super Eagles at the AFCON 2023.
Bassey on Super Eagles mate
The 26-year-old Lookman has shone like a star for Nigeria at the 34th AFCON, leading the chart with three goals in five matches for the Super Eagles.
But beyond Lookman's goals, his teammate Bassey has come out to highlight his work rate, tracking back and defensive contributions as key traits that have set him apart.
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Speaking to The Athletic, the 24-year-old described Lookman as "sharp" and “tricky” while labeling him as the Super Eagles' "star boy" at the AFCON 2023.
The Fulham defender noted that Lookman's intensity in training, with particular focus on the winger's all-around game, work ethic and emergence as Nigeria's current star performer.
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“Mola’s sharp, man,” Bassey stated. “He is the star boy. He is a baller, but take away his goals and look at the work rate. He tracks back, same as all of our attackers, and that’s the foundation which sets him apart from other players on different teams.
The defender, who has been likened to Italian great, Paolo Maldini, by Nigerians, also stated further that the Atalanta star keeps the Super Eagles squad sharp with his tricks and finishing ability.
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“I’ve been lucky we’ve been on the same team (in training).” he added. “He’s hard, he is tricky. He is not going to let you go easy. It’s a good challenge. It keeps me and all of us on our toes.”
Lookman's impact on both ends of the pitch has made him a key player in Nigeria's AFCON success.
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