Moses Simon’s Stellar Season Earns Him Prestigious Nomination as Kano Pillars Face Selection Woes

Nigerian winger Moses Simon has been in exceptional form this season proving to be a key player for FC Nantes. The 29-year-old has impressed with his consistent performances scoring seven goals and providing eight assists underlining his importance in the attacking setup of head coach Antoine Kombouaré.

Simon’s outstanding displays have earned him a nomination for a prestigious individual award putting him in contention to join the ranks of legendary Nigerian footballers who have previously won it.

Among his compatriots who have received this honor are:
• Vincent Enyeama – The first Nigerian to win the award in the 2013-2014 season when the goalkeeper put in a string of stellar performances for Lille.
• Victor Osimhen – The prolific forward followed in Enyeama’s footsteps by securing the accolade in the 2019-2020 campaign, also with Lille, before making his big move to Napoli.

Moses Simon now has a chance to further cement Nigeria’s presence in top-tier European football by adding his name to the illustrious list of winners.

Kano Pillars Face Squad Selection Issues Before Heartland Clash

Meanwhile, in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL), Kano Pillars are dealing with selection concerns ahead of their crucial matchday 32 fixture against Heartland.

The team’s preparations have been disrupted by the uncertainty surrounding the availability of key players Ahmed Musa and Shehu Abdullahi, both of whom are doubtful due to personal reasons.
• Ahmed Musa last played in a 1-1 draw against Nasarawa United, and his absence would be a major blow to the team’s attacking firepower.
• Shehu Abdullahi, who has been sidelined since matchday 13 when he featured against Lobi Stars, is also a doubt.

The upcoming clash will see Usman Abdallah’s squad travel to the Dan Anyiam Stadium in Owerri to face Heartland. Their last meeting in the first half of the season ended in an exciting 2-2 draw, where:
• Rabiu Ali and Ahmed Musa scored for Kano Pillars
• Suraju Lawal netted twice for Heartland

With both teams looking to secure crucial points, this match promises to be another thrilling encounter in the league.

As Moses Simon continues to shine on the international stage, Kano Pillars will hope to overcome their squad challenges and deliver a strong performance in the NPFL.