
Three Nigerian players could be in action on Wednesday as the UEFA Champions League enters its second day, following an opening round of games filled with drama, comebacks and shocking results, Bold Sports reports.
Tuesday’s fixtures set the tone for a thrilling campaign, with Union Saint-Gilloise marking their debut in the competition by defeating PSV Eindhoven away from home.
In one of the biggest upsets in recent Champions League history, Qarabag fought back from two goals down to stun Portuguese giants Benfica 3–2. Elsewhere, Juventus and Borussia Dortmund produced an eight-goal spectacle in a pulsating 4–4 draw, while Arsenal, Real Madrid and Tottenham all began their quests for European glory with victories.
On Wednesday, Olympiacos will host Cypriot side Pafos at the Stadio Georgios Karaiskáki. Super Eagles defender Bruno Onyemaechi, yet to start a game this season, could feature for José Luis Mendilibar’s team as they look to kick off their campaign with a win.