Tolu Arokodare scored his first Premier League aim simply days after he was ignored of the Tremendous Eagles squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations by head coach Eric Chelle.
The Nigerian striker discovered the online in stoppage time for Wolves throughout their dramatic league conflict towards Arsenal on Saturday. Arokodare rose highest to go the ball previous Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya, scoring a late equaliser and marking his maiden aim within the English high flight.
His aim briefly gave Wolves hope of incomes a beneficial level on the Emirates Stadium. Nevertheless, Arsenal went on to attain a late winner after Wolves defender Yerson Mosquera turned the ball into his personal internet.
Arokodare’s strike got here solely days after his title was lacking from Nigeria’s AFCON squad record, a choice that sparked reactions amongst followers who felt the ahead deserved an opportunity.
Regardless of Wolves ending the match with no level, the aim was a private milestone for Arokodare and a powerful response to his worldwide snub, as he continues to push his case with performances on the pitch.
