Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has once again reminded the football world why he remains one of Europe’s most dangerous veterans, bouncing back in style after a difficult international break where he was kept unusually quiet by Nigeria’s fast-rising defensive star Benjamin Fredrick.
During the heated World Cup playoff semifinal between Nigeria and Gabon, the 20-year-old Super Eagles defender delivered a mature, fearless performance, shutting down the 36-year-old Gabonese legend as Nigeria marched to a thrilling 4-1 extra-time victory.
But while Aubameyang left the international window frustrated, he wasted no time rediscovering his firepower once club football resumed.
Returning to action for Marseille, the former Arsenal and Chelsea striker lit up Ligue 1 with a statement performance in a 5-1 demolition of OGC Nice.
Aubameyang contributed massively with:
1 goal
2 assists
A leadership display that reminded everyone he’s still elite
His brilliance, combined with Mason Greenwood’s brace, helped Marseille climb to the top of Ligue 1 with 28 points, strengthening their title charge and reaffirming Aubameyang’s place as one of the most effective forwards in Europe — even at 36.
While Aubameyang has returned to scoring form, his battle with Nigeria’s Benjamin Fredrick remains one of the major talking points of the international break.
The young defender showed exceptional composure, physicality, and defensive intelligence — qualities that have quickly marked him as one of Africa’s most exciting emerging talents.
The Marseille forward’s latest tally also pushed him past a remarkable milestone: over 400 career goals.
A number that places him among the most prolific African strikers in football history.
As the season unfolds:
Marseille will rely heavily on Aubameyang’s resurgence in both Ligue 1 and Europe.
Nigeria, on the other hand, continues to groom a defensive gem in Benjamin Fredrick, whose stock is rising rapidly.
Aubameyang may have been silent against the Super Eagles, but his response has been emphatic:
he’s still here, still dangerous, and still scoring.
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