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African players Mubarak Suleiman and Kojo Oppong Peprah feature in Champions League draw

Slavia Prague and Fenerbahce played to a 2-2 draw at the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium, featuring notable performances from African players.

Slavia Prague midfielder Mubarak Suleiman became the first Nigerian teenager to start a UEFA Champions League match since Alex Iwobi in 2016. The 19-year-old played most of the match, contributing two key passes and six accurate passes into the final third.

Ghanaian defender Kojo Oppong Peprah made a significant debut for Fenerbahce, entering the match in the 21st minute. The 22-year-old recorded a 97 per cent pass completion rate and contributed defensively with two clearances, three interceptions, and two tackles during his 69 minutes on the pitch.

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Fenerbahçe · Kojo Oppong Peprah · Mubarak Suleiman · Slavia Prague · UEFA Champions League