Super Eagles invitee Tea has spoken about his first-ever time with the Nigerian national football team and believes this is just the start of his journey despite the heartbreak against Zimbabwe.
Super Eagles invitee Toluwase Arokodare has opened up about his debut stint with the Nigerian national football team, expressing optimism about his future with the squad despite a disappointing outcome against Zimbabwe.
The towering striker, rewarded for his standout performances in the Belgian league this season, took to social media to reflect on what was a milestone international break on a personal level.
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We are almost there: One-time AFCON winner consoles unlucky Super Eagles after heartbreaking result against Zimbabwe
The one-time AFCON winner believes the Super Eagles were almost there but were just unlucky against the gallant Warriors from Zimbabwe in the crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier.
Arokodare, 24, earned his first call-up to the Super Eagles and made his debut as a second-half substitute in Nigeria’s World Cup qualifier against Rwanda.
Four days later, the young forward secured his second cap in a dramatic encounter against Zimbabwe.
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While he came off the bench to replace Victor Osimhen, who netted both goals in the Rwanda victory, against Zimbabwe, Arokodare played a key role in the build-up to Osimhen’s strike.
However, the joy was short-lived as the Warriors mounted a late comeback, scoring an equaliser that left the Super Eagles devastated.
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Despite the heartbreak, Arokodare remains undeterred. In a post on X, he shared his gratitude and determination, writing, “An experience, a journey that isn’t finished and a story still to be written.”
For the 24-year-old, who has quickly emerged as a promising talent, this international break marks just the beginning of what he hopes will be a long and successful chapter with Nigeria’s national team.
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While Nigeria’s hope of revamping their shaky World Cup dream suffered a major setback, fans will be keen to see how Arokodare’s story unfolds in the matches to come.