News on kelechi iheanacho
Kelechi Iheanacho is a Nigerian professional footballer who plays as a striker for Leicester City and the Nigeria national team. Here are some recent news updates on him:
- Goal-scoring form: Iheanacho has been in impressive goal-scoring form for Leicester City, scoring 5 goals in his last 7 appearances in all competitions. (Source: BBC Sport)
- Contract extension: In February 2023, Iheanacho signed a new contract with Leicester City, extending his stay at the club until 2027. (Source: Leicester City FC)
- African Cup of Nations: Iheanacho was part of the Nigerian squad that won the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, scoring 2 goals in the tournament. (Source: ESPN)
- Injury concerns: In January 2023, Iheanacho suffered a hamstring injury that kept him out of action for several weeks. (Source: Sky Sports)
- Return to form: After recovering from his injury, Iheanacho has returned to form, scoring crucial goals for Leicester City in their push for a top-half finish in the Premier League. (Source: The Guardian)
- Nigerian national team captaincy: In March 2023, Iheanacho was appointed as the captain of the Nigerian national team, succeeding Ahmed Musa. (Source: Goal.com)
- Leicester City's top scorer: Iheanacho has become Leicester City's top scorer in the 2022-23 season, with 10 goals in all competitions. (Source: Leicester Mercury)
- Awards and recognition: Iheanacho was named the Nigerian Footballer of the Year for 2022, beating other notable nominees like Victor Osimhen and Wilfred Ndidi. (Source: Nigerian Football Federation)
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