Plateau State–born midfielder Lengkat John has officially begun his European journey on a promising note after making his U19 League debut for Albanian side KF Shkodra.
The young Nigerian talent, who recently travelled to Albania in pursuit of his first professional breakthrough, played the full 90 minutes in their Albanian U19 Second Division match against KF Tomori.
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Despite the team’s defeat, Lengkat delivered a standout performance.
He impressed with:
Calmness on the ball
Accurate, intelligent passes
Strong midfield control
Ability to create chances under pressure
His sharp vision paid off brilliantly as he registered a well-crafted assist, setting up Shkodra’s only goal of the game — a moment that highlighted exactly why the club sees potential in him.
For a player taking his first steps in Europe, Lengkat showed maturity, confidence, and a hunger to make an impact. His journey is only beginning, but the signs are already clear:
