Weekend Update: Nigerians in the English Premier League

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EVERTON 1-0 CHELSEA

John Obi Mikel played all 90minutes for the visitors as Jose Mourinho succumbed to their first defeat of the campaign. Birthday boy, Steven Naismith scored the only goal of the game for the Toffes.

FULHAM 1-1 WEST BROM

Victor Anichebe made his debut for West Brom in their trip to the Craven Cottage. He was hurled off after 78minutes for youngster, Saido Berahino.

HULL CITY 1-1 CARDIFF CITY

Peter Odemwingie had to wait a little longer than he expected to make his debut for the Bluebirds after watching the game from the bench. Sonie Aluko played all 90 minutes for Hull.

ASTON VILLA 1-2 NEWCASTLE

Sammy Ameobi was an 88th minute substitute for Yohann Cabaye as the Geordies won their second game on the trot. His older brother, Shola wasn’t named in the team list for the game.

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