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Nigerian Striker Awoniyi Suffers Humiliating 3-0 Defeat in EPL Opener Against Arsenal

Nigerian Striker Awoniyi Suffers Humiliating 3-0 Defeat in EPL Opener Against Arsenal

Coventry City duo Frank Onyeka and Taiwo Awoniyi suffered a 3-0 defeat to champions Arsenal in their opening game of the new season at the Emirates Stadium on Friday night.

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Coventry City duo Frank Onyeka and Taiwo Awoniyi suffered a 3-0 defeat to champions Arsenal in their opening game of the new season at the Emirates Stadium on Friday night, marking one of ten Nigerian players set to begin their English Premier League campaigns this season. The loss marked a disappointing start for Coventry City in their quest for promotion.

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