Simon’s Century x2: Nigerian Winger Reaches Historic Mark in France
Nantes, France – Super Eagles winger Moses Simon celebrated a massive career milestone over the weekend, making his 200th appearance for FC Nantes in their 1-1 draw against AJ Auxerre in Ligue 1.
Since joining the Canaries in August 2019, Simon has been a beacon of consistency and one of the club’s most productive and reliable attacking threats.
🧮 Moses Simon’s FC Nantes Stats
| Competition | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ligue 1 | 167 | 32 | 35 |
| Coupe de France | 18 | 2 | 4 |
| European Matches | 10 | 2 | 1 |
| Other | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 200 | 36 | 41 |
🧠 Mr. Reliable in Relegation Battle
Simon’s contributions this season (7 goals, 9 assists) have been vital as Nantes fight to stay up in Ligue 1. The Nigerian has consistently produced in key moments, despite the club’s mid-table instability.
🎙️ Club Reaction
“Moses is not just a player — he’s a reference point,” said Nantes head coach Stéphane Ziani. “In difficult times, he steps up.”
The 28-year-old remains one of the few foreign players in Ligue 1 history to hit the 200-appearance mark for a single club in under six seasons.
🇳🇬 National Pride, Club Icon
Simon’s story is one of humility, professionalism, and consistent excellence — both for Nigeria and Nantes.
“This club is family to me,” Simon told French media. “I’ve grown here — as a player and as a man.”
With CAF qualifiers and WAFCON 2025 around the corner, Simon’s form is a major boost for the Super Eagles.
IDNN Takeaway
In an era of transfers and short-termism, Moses Simon’s 200-game run at FC Nantes is rare and remarkable. He’s not just a Super Eagle abroad — he’s become a pillar of French football.