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Ex-Nigeria U-20 midfielder pens new deal with MLS side FC Cincinnati

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Nigeria and FC Cincinnati midfielder, Obinna Emmanuel Nwobodo, has signed a contract extension with the Orange and Blue till 2027, Soccernet.ng reports.

The former Flying Eagles midfielder has been plying his trade with Pat Noonan’s side since exiting Turkish Super Lig side, Goztepe, in 2022.

The 28-year-old’s contract was set to expire this summer, but with his extension, he’ll be at the TQL Stadium until 2027, with the option to extend for another year.

Obinna Nwobodo fights for the ball with Francisco Sebastian Cordova during the round of 16 first leg match between FC Cincinnati and Tigres UANL as part of the CONCACAF Champions Cup 2025, at TQL Stadium. [Photo Credit/ Imago].

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Obinna Nwobodo is heading the ball during the Major League Soccer match between FC Cincinnati and the New York Red Bulls at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio. Photo Credit/ Imago].

In an official statement on the club’s official statement, FC Cincinnati made it clear they were delighted with the services of the Nigerian midfielder over the years.

“Since arriving three years ago, Obi has been a fundamental part of our success.

“He’s relentless in how he approaches the game, on and off the field, and he’s an exceptional teammate and leader for our group. We’re delighted to have Obi and his family stay in Cincinnati,” wrote the club’s general manager, Chris Albright.

Cincy are first in the Eastern Conference with 28 points, winning nine, losing three and drawing one. Nwobodo has played seven league matches for them this season without a goal involvement.

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