Leon Balogun has reflected on Rangers’ remarkable victory over Fenerbahce. The Gers had their 3-1 first leg advantage wiped out by Sebastian Szymański’s brace. Barry Ferguson’s side then prevailed 4-2 on penalties with goalkeeper Jack Butland making two brilliant saves. “I was praying for Jack, praying that God share some of his glory with him” … Read more
Leon Balogun has said Rangers cannot afford to lose against Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce in their upcoming UEFA Europa League clash. The Light Blues lost 2-1 to Motherwell at the Ibrox on Saturday. Barry Ferguson’s side will be in action against Fenerbahce in the first leg of the Round of 16 tie at the Sukru Saracoglu … Read more
Super Eagles defender Leon Balogun has condemned Rangers’ 2-1 loss against Motherwell in Saturday’s Scottish Premier League game. The Nigerian international, who was frustrated with the team’s performance, told the club’s website that the players started the first half on a shaky. Balogun also blamed Rangers lack of consistency to their loss against Motherwell. “The … Read more
Cyriel Dessers was on target in Rangers’ 2-1 defeat to Motherwell at the Ibrox on Saturday. Luke Armstrong gave Motherwell the lead after nine minutes following an error by Rangers goalkeeper Jack Butland. Another poor defending allowed Tom Sparrow to fire home a second on the half hour mark. Dessers reduced the arrears early in … Read more
Leon Balogun is in line to make his return for Rangers against Motherwell on Saturday (today) following a spell on the sidelines with injury. Balogun sustained an injury in Rangers’ UEFA Europa League clash with Manchester United at the Old Trafford last month. The Nigeria international was replaced after the break by Ross McCausland. Read … Read more
Leon Balogun insists the Super Eagles can claim the title at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Super Eagles lost 2-1 to hosts Cote in the final of the last edition of the competition. Nigeria last tasted success on the continent twelve years ago in South Africa. Balogun however believed that the three-time champions … Read more
Super Eagles defender Leon Balogun has expressed his readiness to return to the senior national team ahead of the resumption of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in March. The Rangers star’s last game for the Nigerian National Team came in Nigeria’s 10-0 victory over Sao Tome and Principe in June 2022 where he came off … Read more
Leon Balogun has hit out at Rangers fans over their disrespect of teammate Cyriel Dessers. Dessers has endured a rocky relationship with Ibrox faithfuls since his arrival at the club. The 30-year-old was booed by some fans when he was introduced during Rangers’ recent Scottish Premiership games against St Johnstone and Aberdeen. “It is, but … Read more
Rangers defender Leon Balogun says he is still available to play for Nigeria, reports Completesports.com. Balogun has been overlooked since coming on as a substitute in Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture against Sao Tome and Principe in June 2022. The 36-year-old, who has impressed at Scottish giants Rangers this season, declared he … Read more
Rangers manager Philippe Clement has confirmed Leon Balogun is in contention to feature in the Old Firm derby clash with Celtic. The Light Blues will host Brendan Rodgers’ side at the Ibrox on Thursday. Balogun sustained an injury in Rangers’ home defeat against St Mirren last month. Read Also:NPFL: Youthful Heartland Squad Will Improve In … Read more