Rio Ave 
Primeira Liga 
Sep 14
Primeira LigaDRAW
Goals0
Assists0
Rating
3-3
Last updated on September 16, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Nelson Ighodaro Abbey
22 years old
Position
Defender
Height
187 cm
Weight
74 kg
Date of Birth - Nationality
28 Aug 2003 - England
Birth City
Ranking
16th
— Primeira Liga
Statistics of Nelson Abbey — Season 2026/2027
📊 General
Appearances
4
Starts
3
Minutes played
279
Goals
0
Average rating
Cards
1
Yellow
-
0
Red
🛡️ Defensive stats
Tackles
11
Interceptions
5
Fouls committed
3
Penalty committed
0
Passes - accuracy
74 - 85%
Duels won %
75% (21/28)
📊 General
Appearances
4
Starts
3
Minutes played
279
Goals
0
Average rating
6.68/10
Cards
1
Yellow
-
0
Red
🛡️ Defensive stats
Tackles
11
Interceptions
5
Fouls committed
3
Key passes
0
Passes - accuracy
74 - 0%
Duels won %
75% (21/28)
Standings Primeira Liga 2026/2027
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  FC Porto | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 2 | +13 | 18 | WWWWW |
| 2 |  Benfica | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 21 | 4 | +17 | 16 | WWWWW |
| 3 |  Sporting CP | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 15 | 6 | +9 | 14 | DWWWW |
| 4 |  Santa Clara | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 4 | +7 | 14 | WWDWW |
| 5 |  Arouca | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 5 | +3 | 10 | LDWLW |
| 6 |  Estrela | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 14 | 12 | +2 | 10 | DWDWD |
| 7 |  SC Braga | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 5 | +2 | 10 | WLWWD |
| 8 |  Academico Viseu | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 9 | -2 | 8 | WWLDL |
| 9 |  GIL Vicente | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 7 | LLDWW |
| 10 |  Maritimo | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 11 | -4 | 7 | LLLDW |
| 11 |  Moreirense | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 13 | -6 | 7 | WLLWL |
| 12 |  Alverca | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 8 | 11 | -3 | 5 | WLDLD |
| 13 |  Famalicao | 6 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 7 | -2 | 4 | DDDLL |
| 14 |  Vitória SC | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 7 | -3 | 4 | LDLWL |
| 15 |  Nacional | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 11 | -4 | 4 | LLLLW |
| 16 |  Rio Ave | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 14 | -9 | 4 | DLLWL |
| 17 |  Estoril | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 8 | -6 | 2 | LDLLL |
| 18 |  Casa Pia | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 15 | -14 | 1 | LDLLL |
Champions League UCL Qualification Europa / Conf. League Relegation zone
Squad — Rio Ave
Career of Nelson Abbey since 2018
2026/2027
Rio Ave
Rio Ave4Apps
-Goals
-Assists
Rating
2025/2026Rio Ave
Rio Ave23Apps
-Goals
1Assists
Rating
2024/2025Rio Ave
Rio Ave10Apps
-Goals
-Assists
Rating
2024/2025
Swansea
Swansea1Apps
-Goals
-Assists
Rating
2023/2024
Olympiakos Piraeus
Olympiakos Piraeus4Apps
-Goals
-Assists
Rating
2023/2024
Reading
Reading26Apps
-Goals
-Assists
Rating
2022/2023Reading
Reading3Apps
-Goals
-Assists
Rating
2021/2022Reading
Reading1Apps
-Goals
-Assists
Rating
2020/2021Reading
Reading1Apps
-Goals
-Assists
-Rating
2026/2027Rio Ave
Rio Ave4Apps
-Goals
-Assists
Rating
2025/2026Rio Ave
Rio Ave23Apps
-Goals
1Assists
Rating
2024/2025Rio Ave
Rio Ave8Apps
-Goals
-Assists
Rating
2024/2025Swansea
Swansea1Apps
-Goals
-Assists
Rating
2023/2024Olympiakos Piraeus
Olympiakos Piraeus4Apps
-Goals
-Assists
Rating
2023/2024Reading
Reading22Apps
-Goals
-Assists
Rating
2022/2023Reading
Reading3Apps
-Goals
-Assists
Rating
2021/2022Reading
Reading1Apps
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-Assists
Rating
2020/2021Reading
Reading1Apps
-Goals
-Assists
-Rating
TRANSFERS
2025
Rio Ave
→
Olympiakos Piraeus
Rio Ave
Olympiakos Piraeus
2025
Olympiakos Piraeus
→
Rio Ave
Transfer
Olympiakos Piraeus
Rio Ave
2025
Olympiakos Piraeus
→
Rio Ave
-
Olympiakos Piraeus
Rio Ave
2025
Olympiakos Piraeus
→
Rio Ave
Loan
Olympiakos Piraeus
Rio Ave
2025
Swansea
→
Olympiakos Piraeus
Back from Loan
Swansea
Olympiakos Piraeus
2024
Olympiakos Piraeus
→
Swansea
Loan
Olympiakos Piraeus
Swansea
2024
Reading
→
Olympiakos Piraeus
Reading
Olympiakos Piraeus
HONOURS
UEFA Conference League
Europe
2023/2024
Winner
LAST MATCHES
Aug 22
Primeira LigaWIN
Goals0
Assists0
Rating
0-2
Aug 15
Primeira LigaLOSS
Goals0
Assists0
Rating
0-2
Aug 09
Primeira LigaLOSS
Goals0
Assists0
Rating
1-0
BIOGRAPHY
N. Abbey represents Rio Ave in the Primeira Liga, one of the most competitive divisions in world football. His England background has instilled in him a footballing philosophy that shines through in his game. His 187 cm, 74 kg build makes him a powerful defender capable of holding his own in any physical contest. Whether in the air or on the ground, he remains competitive and difficult to get past for opposing attacks. Over the course of his career, he has represented several clubs — Reading, Swansea, Reading U18 — each step adding depth to his footballing education. His honours include UEFA Conference League, achievements that reflect sustained excellence throughout his professional career. As the 2025/2026 season progresses, he continues to represent Rio Ave with dedication and professionalism. Given his performances, N. Abbey naturally asserts himself as a key part of Rio Ave's sporting project.
ADVANCED STATS
LAST 5 MATCHES
| Date | Opponent | Score | Min | Rating | Goals | Ast | Shots | KP | Tac | Duels |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Sep |
Estrela
|
3-3 | 22 | 5.9 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 |
| 22 Aug |
Estoril
|
0-2 | 77 | 7.7 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 | 5 | 6/7 |
| 15 Aug |
FC Porto
|
0-2 | 90 | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 | 1 | 4/5 |
| 09 Aug |
GIL Vicente
|
1-0 | 90 | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 | 5 | 11/16 |