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Ighalo makes Premier League history with Manchester United debut against Chelsea

Odion Ighalo has become the first Nigerian to play for Manchester United following his debut against Chelsea.

The ex-international made his way back to the Premier League, having joined the Red Devils from Shanghai Shenhua on a six-month deal.

The move came to reality owing to Marcus Rashford’s back injury which will rule him out for three months.

He was handed a starter’s role for Monday’s clash against Frank Lampard’s men for his United bow.

In the process, he became the first Nigerian player to represent the Red Devils.