The 2025–26 English Premier League season continues this weekend with ten fixtures scheduled across venues in the country.
The action kicks off on Saturday afternoon with a blockbuster rematch of the 2025 UEFA Europa League final as Manchester United travel to Tottenham Hotspur.
League leaders Arsenal head to one of the surprise teams of the season, Sunderland while Chelsea host bottom-placed Wolves at Stamford Bridge.
The weekend wraps up with the standout fixture of the weekend when Manchester City visit Anfield to face defending champions Liverpool.
In this article, SportPremi highlights the Nigerian players to keep tabs on this weekend in the EPL;
Alex Iwobi (Fulham)
Fulham playmaker Alex Iwobi prepares for a reunion against former side Everton in the EPL on Saturday.
The Super Eagles star could make his 302nd appearance in the league this weekend and continues to edge closer to third spot on the all-time appearance list by an African player.
Calvin Bassey (Fulham)
Nigerian defender Calvin Bassey has been a regular part of Fulham’s team since his arrival at the club and could make his 10th league start of the season against Everton on Saturday afternoon.
The 25-year-old will be eyeing a solid defensive display against the likes of Jack Grealish, Ilman Ndiaye and Beto and help his side record a second successive shut-out.
Tolu Arokodare (Wolves)
Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare will be hoping for a start for manager-less Wolves when they face Chelsea on Saturday night.
The 24-year-old was one of Wolves’ best performers in their 4-3 defeat to the Blues in the EFL Cup fourth round last month, scoring in that particular encounter.
He will be hoping for another outstanding display in front of goal and will look to torment a very shaky Chelsea defense.
Christantus Uche (Crystal Palace)
Nigerian midfielder Christantus Uche was regarded as one of the most exciting transfers of the summer transfer window, but has struggled for playing time in the Crystal Palace’s squad.
The former Getafe man has only been given few minutes of action, but will be eyeing a place in the team when the Eagles face Brighton on Sunday.
The youngster’s pace and impressive work-rate could come in handy in that particular encounter.
Samuel Chukwueze (Fulham)
Samuel Chukwueze returned from injury in Fulham’s 3-0 win over Wolves last weekend and will be eyeing a starting spot when the Cottagers face Everton this weekend.
The Super Eagles attacker impressed in his short cameo and will be hoping for more minutes in Saturday’s clash.
Frank Onyeka (Brentford)
Another Nigerian player to watch out for in the English Premier League this weekend is Brentford midfielder Frank Onyeka.
The 27-year-old has played six times in the league this season and his customary long throws could be effective when the Bees face Newcastle United on Sunday.
Taiwo Awoniyi (Nottingham Forest)
Taiwo Awoniyi returned from a long-term injury layoff last month and has gradually worked his way back to full fitness.
The striker has featured in Nottingham Forest’s last three league games and will hope to have convinced manager Sean Dyche for a starting role when they face Leeds United on Sunday.
