24-year-old Nigerian winger makes strong Super Eagles case after playmaking clinic

The man of the moment in Genk, Collins Sor. (Photo Credit: Genk/X)

24-year-old Nigerian winger makes strong Super Eagles case after playmaking clinic

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 07:46 - 16.09.2024

There could be a new face in the Super Eagles in the next international break following the brilliant form of this little-known Nigerian winger in Belgium.

There could be a new face in the Super Eagles in the next international break following the brilliant form of a little-known Nigerian winger in Belgium. 

Yira Collins Sor is making waves in the Jupiler Pro League and could be the next Super Eagles superstar if he maintains his current form for Genk.

The talented 24-year-old left winger was in his element again at the weekend, inspiring his side Genk to a brilliant 3-2 win against Cercle Brugge. 

Sor was involved in all the goals, netting the opener in the first minute of the game before contributing to the second and third in either half.

Collins Sor has been in blistering form for Genk this season.
Collins Sor has been in blistering form for Genk this season.

The third goal was a Nigerian affair, as Sor provided the ammunition for giant compatriot and former Naija Stars Abroad Player of the Week, Toluwase Arokodare, to score his fifth goal of the season in just six appearances.

For Sor, the goal was his first of the season, while the assists took his tally to four in six matches for Genk. 

Arokodare and Sor celebrate with Genk.
Arokodare and Sor celebrate with Genk.

His impressive stats for the match include:

  • 1 goal
  • 2 assists
  • 4 chances created
  • 2 big chances created
  • 2 key passes
  • 2 completed dribbles

Despite not yet playing for the Super Eagles, Sor is knocking seriously on the door of the national team. 

Yira Sor signs for Genk from Slavia Prague until 2027
Yira Sor signed for Genk from Slavia Prague until 2027 Yira Sor signs for Genk from Slavia Prague until 2027

His performances have not gone unnoticed, however, by Super Eagles followers as he was named one of the stars in the latest edition of Naija Stars Abroad, a magazine that reviews performances of Nigerian and Super Eagles players around the world.

As Sor continues to impress in Belgium, fans and Super Eagles selectors led by Augustine Eguavoen will be keeping a close eye on this rising star, who could soon be making his mark on the international stage for Nigeria.