Balogun did not take part in any of the Ibrox club’s pre-season friendlies after signing a one-year deal last week and was given a baptism of fire after being named in Gerrard’s starting XI for his side’s opening day trip to Pittodrie.
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Manager Steven Gerrard has brought in the Nigerian cap on a two-year deal.
The Nigerian international has impressed at the DW Stadium since his loan move in January, helping the Latics achieve four clean sheets in six Championship matches and move away from the relegation zone.
Balogun moved out of Germany for the first time when he signed for Premier League team, Brighton and Hove Albion, in 2018, after the expiration of his contract with Mainz O5.
Victory in both games will virtually guarantee Nigeria a spot at the 33rd Africa Cup of Nations scheduled for Cameroon early next year, ahead of their away clash to Benin Republic in Porto Novo in June and home tie against Lesotho early September.
Nigerian international, Leon Balogun, has expressed desire to restart his career after joining Wigan Athletic on loan from Brighton & Hove Albion on Friday.
Wigan Athletic completed the loan signing of defender Leon Balogun from Brighton & Hove Albion until the end of the 2019-20 season, subject to EFL, Premier League and FA approval.
Nigeria was defeated 2-0 by Madagascar in the group stage match on Sunday
The former Middlesbrough star starred for 58 minutes before giving way to Ahmed Musa in their one-nil win over Burundi at the weekend
The Super Eagles begin their group stage with a game against Burundi, before further contests against Guinea and Madagascar follow
The biennial championship is slated for between June 21 and July 19 in Egypt
Super Eagles Captain, Mikel Obi and five other players have arrived in Asaba, Delta capital, for preparations for the 2019 AFCON tournament holding in Egypt between June 21 and July 19.
Nigeria international, Leon Balogun, is determined to win a starting place at Brighton ahead of this year’s Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt.
The Super Eagles were held to a 1-1 draw in their last Group E encounter with South Africa at the FNB Stadium in that country on Saturday.
The 30-year-old Nigeria international was encouraged to re-connect with his roots during a spiritual awakening and this has enabled him to take the next step in his career.
Saudi Arabia new import, Ahmed Musa, has been handed the captain’s band as the Super Eagles file out in Victoria this afternoon against The Pirates of Seychelles.
The defender made his first Premier League start alongside Shane Duffy and drew positives from the game despite ending in defeat for his side.
Brighton & Hove Albion defender Shane Duffy has revealed that he has been left impressed by new defensive partner Leon Balogun.
Leon Balogun has called for consistency from Brighton and Hove Albion after shocking Manchester United on Sunday.
Brighton & Hove Albion defender Leon Balogun has said that he is expecting an “intense” fixture with Liverpool this weekend.