Leon Balogun
Leon Balogun is a Nigerian professional footballer known for his versatility in defense. Born on June 28, 1988, in Berlin, Germany, he has enjoyed a varied club career, featuring for teams such as Brighton & Hove Albion and Wigan Athletic in the English leagues, as well as Rangers in Scotland. Balogun has represented Nigeria at the international level, earning caps in important tournaments including the FIFA World Cup. As of the latest updates, he has made a significant contribution to Rangers this season with 19 appearances, scoring once and providing an assist, and is looking to return to full fitness after a recent injury.
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Leon Balogun will also leave Glasgow Rangers after his contract expires.
Glasgow Rangers a anunțat oficial că se desparte de Ianis Hagi. Românul a avut o relație cu năbădăi pe Ibrox Park
Romania· 2025-05-20
Balogun rolled back the years with a commanding display at the heart of defence.
Lookman awakens to fire Monza down Serie B
Nigeria· 2025-05-05
Leon Balogun’s header, which clipped the Celtic crossbar inside 90 seconds, hinted at a thrilling encounter which was never to materialise.
Adam Idah hits Celtic leveller as Rangers denied in Old Firm showdown – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-05-04
Leon Balogun is listed among the players who participated in the match.
El Athletic se queda corto tras jugar en superioridad más de 90 minutos | Fútbol | Deportes
Spain· 2025-04-11
Leon Balogun was substituted for Ianis Hagi during the match.
Ianis Hagi, taxat de scoțieni după ce s-a ascuns de minge în victoria incredibilă a lui Rangers contra lui Dundee FCRomania· 2025-03-30
Leon Balogun declared that he still wants to play for Nigeria but was omitted from the provisional squad list.
Ex-Rangers player backs Dessers for successNigeria· 2025-03-24
Visiting defender Leon Balogun’s header from another Tavernier corner was blocked.
Hamza Igamane hammers in late goal as Rangers beat Celtic in thrilling Old Firm derby – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-16
Leon Balogun’s header from another Tavernier corner was blocked.
Igamane’s late strike earns Rangers derby win despite Celtic comeback | Scottish Premiership
United Kingdom· 2025-03-16Leon Balogun is a veteran defender for Rangers and has been supportive of teammate Cyriel Dessers.
Nigerian partnerships lighting up Europe’s top leaguesNigeria· 2025-02-16
Leon Balogun will return to training this week after being sidelined.
Balogun set for Rangers returnNigeria· 2025-02-12
