As teams all around the major leagues in Europe step up preparation for the start of a the new season, they have been involved in series of test games to put the players in shape for the task ahead.
New players are getting to know their teammates and also acquit themselves with the tactics, style of play and system of their coach. The same can be said about players who are returning from loan, and with a chance to fight their way into the plans of the coach.
One of such case is that of Nigeria international Chidozie Awaziem, who is back at Portuguese side Boavista after a year out on loan to Croatian modest outfit Hajduk Split.
The option of making the loan deal permanent wasn’t exercised by the Croatian side making him return to Boavista, where he is currently taking part in their pre season games even though his future is uncertain with reports linking him to Greek side Panathinaikos.
In today’s test game against Saudi Arabia side Al Hazm, he found the back of the net in a 4-0 rout to once again remind the technical crew of the Portuguese side, that he can be useful going into the season.
Osas Mahawi
