25-YEAR-OLD Super Eagles-eligible forward Victor Olatunji made history by becoming the first Nigerian, and only the third African player to both score and assist on their Champions League debut.
Olatunji made a huge statement at his UEFA Champions League debut, driving his club, Sparta Prague to a massive 3-0 victory over Red Bull Salzburg on Wednesday night. He shone brilliantly in his side’s opening group stage match, contributing directly to two of the team’s three goals on the night.
The Nigerian-eligible forward found the back of the net just before halftime, doubling Sparta’s lead, and then helped with the third goal in the second half before being substituted in the 64th minute.
This accomplishment marks him as a potential Super Eagles call-up, especially since he seems to have won the hearts of Nigerians with his Champions League exploits.
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