Nigerian striker Sadiq stunning backheel wins La Liga Goal of the Month

The strike secured a crucial 3-3 draw for Valencia and highlighted Sadiq's impressive form since his loan move to the Mestalla. Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Valencia CF striker Umar Sadiq is celebrating after his sensational backheel goal against Osasuna was named La Liga's Goal of the Month for March. The incredible strike secured a crucial 3-3 draw for Valencia and highlighted Sadiq's impressive form since his loan move to the Mestalla. The 28-year-old, who joined Spain’s Valencia in the January transfer window, scored his award-winning goal in the 88th minute at El Sadar. In a video shared by La Liga, Sadiq expressed his gratitude to the fans. "Thank you so much for voting me for the Goal of the Month," he said.