UCL: Spectacular Sanusi helps FC Porto book round of 16 ticket

Super Eagles left-back, Zaidu Sanusi impressed in another outing for his club side FC Porto as they faced Manchester City in their UEFA champions league match on Tuesday.

Sanusi featured in the entire duration of the game as Porto held off the former English champions at the Estadio Dragao.

The game ended without a goal but Sanusi’s performance was the most outstanding for Porto, who also booked their place in the round of 16 on the night, Brila.net said.

In 90 minutes played, Sanusi had 44 touches of the ball, 77% passing success and made 4 clearances.

He also denied Manchester City opportunity to win the when he cleared a goal bound effort off the line.

The youngster completed the night with 1 blocked shot, 4 tackles made and 2 fouls won for his side.

The 23-year-old former Santa Clara defender also becomes the first Nigerian to qualify for the Champions league Round of 16 since Victor Moses (Chelsea) in 2018 and Mikel Obi (Chelsea) in 2012.