Tolu Arokodare Emerges as Favourite to Lead Super Eagles’ Attack Against Tanzania

Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare is reportedly the frontrunner to lead Nigeria’s attack in Friday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Tanzania.

Nigeria will be without first-choice striker Victor Osimhen, who is recovering from knee surgery reportedly undergone last week.

With Osimhen unavailable, Arokodare is favoured to start ahead of Coventry City striker Taiwo Awoniyi, according to reports from sources within the national team’s camp.

The 25-year-old is expected to partner Akor Adams in a two-man attacking formation as the Super Eagles seek victory against Tanzania’s Taifa Stars.

Arokodare has reportedly enjoyed an impressive season at Ajax, where he is spending the campaign on loan from English Championship side Wolverhampton Wanderers.

The striker has recorded 13 goals and four assists in 17 appearances across all competitions for the Dutch club this season, performances that have strengthened his case for a starting position.

His potential inclusion alongside Adams would give Nigeria an alternative attacking combination as the team prepares for the encounter without Osimhen.

However, the final decision on the starting lineup rests with the Super Eagles’ coaching staff, and Arokodare’s place in the team will only be confirmed when the official team selection is announced.