International Friendly: Arokodare Secures Draw For Super Eagles Against Russia

International Friendly: Arokodare Secures Draw For Super Eagles Against Russia

 Sampson Adedeji

RKC Genk striker Tolulope Arokodare emerged as the savior for the Super Eagles, scoring a crucial equalizer in their 1-1 draw against Russia in an international friendly, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The Super Eagles locked horns with Russia on Friday evening at the Luzhniki Stadium. The hosts started brightly and were rewarded early when Nigerian defender Semi Ajayi inadvertently turned the ball into his own net under intense pressure.

Arokodare, who began the match on the bench, was introduced as a substitute for Bayer Leverkusen forward Victor Boniface. The towering attacker made an immediate impact, finding the back of the net in the 72nd minute to bring Nigeria level.

Despite late efforts from both sides to snatch a winner, the match ended all square at 1-1.