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Just a few days after being left out of Nigeria Super Eagles’ squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations, Tolu Arokodare netted his first Premier League goal for Wolverhampton against Arsenal.
Arokodare, who had struggled to find the back of the net during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, stunned both fans and critics by heading in a decisive goal in the 90th minute at the Emirates Stadium in London. Despite being overlooked by coach Eric Chelle for the latest AFCON selection, Tolu’s performance demonstrated his resilience and determination to shine on one of football’s biggest stages.
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Following the match, Arokodare’s display drew praise from his national teammates, including Nigerian Galatasaray Victor Osimhen. On his Instagram story, Osimhen congratulated the striker, writing, “Congratulations T, keep going.” The accolade reflects the growing recognition of Tolu’s talent and his contribution to Nigerian football. After making 14 appearances for Wolverhampton this season, Arokodare has emerged as one of the few Nigerian players to score a key goal in the Premier League, further cementing his reputation as a rising star.