Igbunu Evwierhurhoma delivered a headline-making performance as Warri Wolves clashed with Ikorodu City in Matchweek 32 of the Nigeria Premier Football League, producing a sensational hat-trick that set him apart as the standout player of the round.
The clinical forward opened the scoring in the 26th minute, showing sharp awareness and composure inside the box to give his side the lead.
He doubled the advantage in the 53rd minute from the penalty spot, calmly converting to put Warri Wolves firmly in control.
With the game drawing to a close, Evwierhurhoma put the icing on a brilliant individual display, completing his hat-trick deep into stoppage time (90+).
The treble marked the only hat-trick recorded in Matchweek 32, underlining his decisive impact and attacking brilliance.
His performance continues a strong run of form this season. Earlier in the campaign, the striker netted a crucial brace against Bayelsa United, scoring in the 16th minute and again in stoppage time to secure a commanding 2–0 victory—still the only brace recorded by Warri Wolves this season.
Now with eight goals to his name, Evwierhurhoma has emerged as a key figure in Warri Wolves’ attacking setup. His consistency, positioning, and ability to deliver in crucial moments have been instrumental to the team’s performances.
With six matches remaining in the season, attention will firmly be on the in-form striker as he looks to build on his momentum.
For Warri Wolves, his goals could prove decisive in shaping a strong finish to their campaign, while for Evwierhurhoma, it is a statement of intent as one of the league’s most dangerous forwards.
